Camp Walaay - Warrumbungle National Park NSW
See ancient volcanic remnants from the Grand High Tops track, one of Australia's great walks. White Gum Lookout walk is a 1-km return bitumen track suitable for wheelchairs, with views of jutting peaks and the western plains. Gurianawa track (less than 1-km return loop suitable for wheelchairs} leads down to Spirey Creek and provides good views of the old volcanoes, Siding Spring Observatory and flats. Walking tracks vary widely in grade and length - several are easy and well formed while others are steep and rough.
The volcanic cliffs are popular for rock climbing {not permitted on The Bread-knife; you'll need a permit elsewhere). Discovery walks, talks and tours are available in spring and autumn school holidays or to groups on request; these include walks to Tara Cave with a local Aboriginal guide, spotlight night walks and children's activities.
Camping is available at Camp Blackman (facilities include hot showers), Pincham (backpack camping} and several other sites. Book for large groups (phone 6825 4364). There are wheelchair-accessible toilets at Camp Blackman, Split Rock, the Woolshed and Canyon picnic area. Groups can hire the Woolshed for undercover camping; call the visitor centre for details.
Access 35 km west of Coonabarabran on John Renshaw Parkway, or 80 km north-east of Gilgandra via Gumin Road (partly unsealed}. Vehicle entry fee applies. It's a short drive from this campground to the main walking tracks, and there are short walks and cycling routes nearby. The nearby Canyon Picnic Area has electric BBQs. The camping sites here are large and can accommodate from 30 to 200 people. Motor vehicles must not leave the sealed road and the area is not suitable for caravans or camper trailers. The Camp Blackman amenities block is close by.
Getting there: From Coonabarabran, travel along John Renshaw Parkway to the park. Take the turnoff to the park visitor centre, and travel past the visitor centre to the campground.
Facilities: picnic tables, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets
Water supply: Untreated water is available - we recommend you boil it before drinking.
Bookings: Groups are required to book in advance The campsite is accessible by sealed roads. 357.2 km NW of Sydney. The campsite is beside Greenslopes Creek, next to the Environmental Education Centre. Drive along John Renshaw Parkway into the park, turn off to the park visitor centre, and keep driving to the campground. You will need to walk a short distance from your car to the campsite - no caravans or camper trailers. There are a total of 5 campsites. There is walking and mountain biking to be enjoyed in the area. Group campsites booking required. You can book a campsite by phoning the Campsite contact
REGION: > NSW > Regional NSW > Central West Slopes > Warrumbungle National Park
TRk N off John Renshaw Parkway
Warrumbungle National Park NSW 2357
P: 02 68254364
GPS:-31.275733,148.995217
GPS:S31 16 32,E148 59 42
GPS:S31 16.544,E148 59.713
