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When visiting our THE MUDGEE REGION BOASTS Goulburn River National Park
National Parks please MAGNIFICENT NATIONAL
help to preserve the PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES Capertee River and is surrounded by spectacular
natural environment WITH SPECTACULAR SCENERY soaring sandstone cliffs, which glow gold and crimson
AND WORLD HERITAGE in the evening light creating a magical ambiance.
Take your LISTED BUSHLAND. Facilities include picnic tables, wood-fired barbeque
rubbish with you rings and a pit toilet. Camping fees may apply.
Leave pets at home WOLLEMI NATIONAL PARK
Observe all fire bans At more than 500,000 hectares, Wollemi National MUNGHORN GAP NATURE RESERVE
Leave all plants, Park contains the largest wilderness area in An easy half hour’s drive north-east of Mudgee on
animals, Aboriginal NSW and safeguards a rich variety of wildlife the Wollar Road, this Reserve is a world renowned
sites and rock and spectacular scenery. Part of the Greater Blue bird watching spot, with more than 160 native species
formations as you find Mountains World Heritage Area, it’s a mecca for recorded including the rare regent honeyeater.
sightseeing, bush walking, camping and wilderness Walkers can meander along the Castle Rocks track (8
them. adventure. km round trip) or enjoy a picnic or BBQ at Moolarben
Picnic Area.
Rocky Creek Falls Coolah Tops DUNNS SWAMP (GANGUDDY)
IN WOLLEMI NATIONAL PARK CAPERTEE NATIONAL PARK
Just 25km east of Rylstone and Kandos is Dunns For a unique natural experience, head to Capertee
Swamp, a popular camping and picnic area. National Park. Located on the headwaters of the
Set on the banks of the Cudgegong River and Capertee River, Capertee National Park protects a
nestled amongst stunning sandstone pagoda rock range of wildlife and plants found nowhere else on
formations, Dunns Swamp enjoys an outstanding earth. Independent campers and adventurous families
biodiversity of plant and animal communities with at can enjoy walking and mountain biking through this
least 107 bird species spotted in the area. spectacular area while discovering both aboriginal and
A network of walking tracks surrounds the european heritage.
waterway, including one suitable for wheelchairs and Renowned for some of the best birdwatching in the
strollers. Opportunities for canoeing and swimming state, the protected woodlands along the fertile river
also make this a “must visit” destination. Camping flats attract regent honeyeaters, woodland birds,
fees apply. and birdwatching enthusiasts alike. The park is also
home to native Australian wildlife such as kangaroos,
COORONGOOBA IN WOLLEMI wallaroos, wallabies and gliders.
NATIONAL PARK Accommodation is also available - choose from a
For a more secluded location to camp or enjoy a night under the stars at the campground or enjoy the
picnic in the Wollemi National Park Coorongooba luxurious heritage charms of the Capertee Homestead
offers an ideal alternative. A short drive east of which sleeps up to 14 people and is a fabulous
Glen Davis, a town once the centre of the oil shale location for special events and family get togethers.
industry, this is a dramatic location to enjoy the Alternatively, enjoy the simple and cosy Capertee
park’s natural beauty. Cottage which sleeps six guests.
The camping area sprawls along the shallow-flowing Entry to the park is restricted so for access
information, please call the NPWS Mudgee office.
Camping fees apply.
26 national parks + wildlife | VISITMUDGEEREGION.COM.AU
When visiting our THE MUDGEE REGION BOASTS Goulburn River National Park
National Parks please MAGNIFICENT NATIONAL
help to preserve the PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES Capertee River and is surrounded by spectacular
natural environment WITH SPECTACULAR SCENERY soaring sandstone cliffs, which glow gold and crimson
AND WORLD HERITAGE in the evening light creating a magical ambiance.
Take your LISTED BUSHLAND. Facilities include picnic tables, wood-fired barbeque
rubbish with you rings and a pit toilet. Camping fees may apply.
Leave pets at home WOLLEMI NATIONAL PARK
Observe all fire bans At more than 500,000 hectares, Wollemi National MUNGHORN GAP NATURE RESERVE
Leave all plants, Park contains the largest wilderness area in An easy half hour’s drive north-east of Mudgee on
animals, Aboriginal NSW and safeguards a rich variety of wildlife the Wollar Road, this Reserve is a world renowned
sites and rock and spectacular scenery. Part of the Greater Blue bird watching spot, with more than 160 native species
formations as you find Mountains World Heritage Area, it’s a mecca for recorded including the rare regent honeyeater.
sightseeing, bush walking, camping and wilderness Walkers can meander along the Castle Rocks track (8
them. adventure. km round trip) or enjoy a picnic or BBQ at Moolarben
Picnic Area.
Rocky Creek Falls Coolah Tops DUNNS SWAMP (GANGUDDY)
IN WOLLEMI NATIONAL PARK CAPERTEE NATIONAL PARK
Just 25km east of Rylstone and Kandos is Dunns For a unique natural experience, head to Capertee
Swamp, a popular camping and picnic area. National Park. Located on the headwaters of the
Set on the banks of the Cudgegong River and Capertee River, Capertee National Park protects a
nestled amongst stunning sandstone pagoda rock range of wildlife and plants found nowhere else on
formations, Dunns Swamp enjoys an outstanding earth. Independent campers and adventurous families
biodiversity of plant and animal communities with at can enjoy walking and mountain biking through this
least 107 bird species spotted in the area. spectacular area while discovering both aboriginal and
A network of walking tracks surrounds the european heritage.
waterway, including one suitable for wheelchairs and Renowned for some of the best birdwatching in the
strollers. Opportunities for canoeing and swimming state, the protected woodlands along the fertile river
also make this a “must visit” destination. Camping flats attract regent honeyeaters, woodland birds,
fees apply. and birdwatching enthusiasts alike. The park is also
home to native Australian wildlife such as kangaroos,
COORONGOOBA IN WOLLEMI wallaroos, wallabies and gliders.
NATIONAL PARK Accommodation is also available - choose from a
For a more secluded location to camp or enjoy a night under the stars at the campground or enjoy the
picnic in the Wollemi National Park Coorongooba luxurious heritage charms of the Capertee Homestead
offers an ideal alternative. A short drive east of which sleeps up to 14 people and is a fabulous
Glen Davis, a town once the centre of the oil shale location for special events and family get togethers.
industry, this is a dramatic location to enjoy the Alternatively, enjoy the simple and cosy Capertee
park’s natural beauty. Cottage which sleeps six guests.
The camping area sprawls along the shallow-flowing Entry to the park is restricted so for access
information, please call the NPWS Mudgee office.
Camping fees apply.
26 national parks + wildlife | VISITMUDGEEREGION.COM.AU
