Mount Bouddi walking track is a 2.4km, grade 3 hike located in Bouddi National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1 hour to complete.
Hike overview
Starting at Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area, Mount Bouddi walking track is a short and easy walk through beautiful bushland with spectacular coastal views, making it a must-do for anyone visiting Bouddi National Park.
With some short steep sections, this walking track leads through eucalypt woodlands dotted with grass trees and burrawangs. Watch for flashes of vibrant colour as parrots dart through the trees and listen for the uplifting laughter of the kookaburras. Before long the bush will open up with panoramic views of the coastline with Bouddi Point and Maitland Bay bombora before you.
If you've still got energy to burn there's the option to return via Bouddi Coastal walk to the south, then follow Maitland Bay track and Strom loop back to Mount Bouddi Road. Otherwise retrace your steps with the option to enjoy a leisurely lunch at Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area.
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Getting there
To Mount Bouddi picnic area carpark. Mount Bouddi walking track is in Bouddi National Park. To get there:From MacMasters Beach:Follow The Scenic Road south from MacMasters BeachHeading south on The Scenic Road turn left onto Mount Bouddi RoadFollow Mount Bouddi Road to Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area carpark where Mount Bouddi walking track begins.From Empire Bay:Turn right off Empire Bay Drive into Wards Hill RoadTurn left into Maitland Bay Drive (top of hill).Turn left into The Scenic RoadRight into Mount Bouddi RoadFollow Mount Bouddi Road to Mount Bouddi (Dingeldei) picnic area carpark where Mount Bouddi walking track begins. Park entry points Mount Bouddi picnic area carpark See on map
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
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About the region
Bouddi National Park is located near Gosford on the New South Wales Central Coast. You'll find several great walks, as well as opportunities for camping, swimming and fishing. Bouddi National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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