Best hikes and trails in Coolah Tops National Park

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Best trails in Coolah Tops National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Coolah Tops National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 6 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 2 easy hiking trails in Coolah Tops National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 95 to 2,670 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Coolah Tops National Park.

Top trails

#1 - Pinnacle & Bundella Lookout Trail

#2 - Norfolk and Bald Hills Falls

Check out Norfolk and Bald Hills Falls via this terrific trail in Coolah Tops National Park. Norfolk Falls is the largest in the park and Bald Hills Falls is equally as tranquil and beautiful. Visitors looking to stay in the park overnight can book a site at the nearby Pines campground. Bookings are essential and can be made via the NSW National Parks website.

If ancient grass trees are your thing then you're in the right place! This track follows Grass Tree Walk to a spectacular display nestled right in the forest. The track is very short and relatively flat and welcomes cyclists as well as those on foot. The route commences from The Barracks Camping Area, accessible from The Pinnacle Road and there is parking, public toilets, and an info point located near the trailhead.

#4 - Talbragar River Falls via Forest Road

This track explores the Coolah Tops National Park in NSW. The park is sat on a basalt plateau, it's a breathtaking landscape made up of tall eucalypt forests, waterfalls, and giant grass trees. The park holds the title of being home to the tallest ever recorded silvertop stringybarks and snow gums! This is a lengthy trail so it's recommended to set off early to give yourself time to complete the route. The route commences at The Barracks Camping Area, there is an option to camp here...

#5 - Chinamans Swamp Trail Loop

Chinamans Swam Trail is one of the longer options in the Coolah Tops National Park area. following the road past Bracken’s Hut. If you reach an unoccupied house called 'Norfolk Hills', you have gone a bit too far. Once you're back on the Chinaman’s Swamp Trail you'll loop back up to Bald Hills Falls. There is one major hill to climb along this trail and one section that is likely to be wet.

#6 - The Giant Snow Gums Walk

After enjoying the scenic drive along Forest Road, the whole family will love the Giant Snow Gums Walk. This short trail takes you up close and personal with some of the largest known snow gum trees in a beautiful sub alpine forest setting. There is plenty of wildlife and birdlife around. If you're here around dusk you might see swamp wallabies or echidnas.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Coolah Tops National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Coolah Tops National Park is Pinnacle & Bundella Lookout Trail, which has a 4.7 star rating from 17 reviews. This trail is 1.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 160 ft.

What is the longest trail in Coolah Tops National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Coolah Tops National Park is Talbragar River Falls via Forest Road. This trail is estimated to be 16.9 mi long.

How many trails are in Coolah Tops National Park?

There are 6 trails in Coolah Tops National Park. These trails have an average 4.3-star rating from 52 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Coolah Tops National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Coolah Tops National Park has you covered. Talbragar River Falls via Forest Road boasts the most elevation gain with 2,670 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Chinamans Swamp Trail Loop, which will get you 1,007 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Coolah Tops National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 camping trails in Coolah Tops National Park and the most popular is Norfolk and Bald Hills Falls with an average 4.1 star rating from 12 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Coolah Tops National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Coolah Tops National Park and the most popular is Grass Tree Walk with an average 4.4 star rating from 8 community reviews.