Best trails in Dorrigo National Park
Want to find the best trails in Dorrigo National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 12 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 1 easy hiking trails in Dorrigo National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 180 to 1,581 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Dorrigo National Park.
Top trails
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(589)
•Moderate
•3.7 mi
•Est. 1h 48m
This is a great intermediate hike for all types of trekkers through the beautiful rainforest in Dorrigo National Park. Highlights of the walk include Lush Rainforest, Crystal Shower Falls, Tristania Falls, and Hardwood Lookout.
The trail departs from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre. You'll find excellent views and beautiful waterfalls as it winds through the lush rainforest walkways. The trail is mainly paved, which makes it more accessible. It should still be difficult enough to get your...
3
(131)
•Moderate
•1.8 mi
•Est. 55m
Starting at The Glade Picnic Area this trail takes you through lush rainforest to the spectacular Crystal Shower Falls found in the Dorrigo National Park.
This is a lovely walk that can be undertaken by the whole family with a little time and effort.
From The Glade Picnic Area you can find a few trails and complete a loop including the Crystal Shower Falls if you have the time and energy.
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(221)
•Moderate
•4.9 mi
•Est. 2h 43m
This is a beautiful scenic trail with gorgeous flora all around. The track is well-signposted, including informative signs describing the surrounding vegetation. Admire giant 1000-year-old trees, and observe the abundance of fauna, including birds and frogs.
There are swimming holes along the way, but the main attraction is Red Cedar Falls. The trailhead has a picnic area and public restrooms at the Dorrigo National Park Info Centre.
Watch out for leeches! Long songs and bug spray will...
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(27)
•Moderate
•8.3 mi
•Est. 3h 57m
An enjoyable trail through Dorrigo National Park in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, located not too far from the town of Dorrigo. This out and back route begins and ends from the parking area on Dome Road, on the edge of the park.
The trail features some lovely waterfalls and swimming holes and nice views over the escarpment.
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(26)
•Moderate
•8.2 mi
•Est. 3h 30m
A nice scenic trail through the Dorrigo National Park in north eastern New South Wales, located not too far west from the town of Dorrigo. This out and back trail begins and ends from the end of Slingsbys Road where parking is available.
From here you'll follow Slingsbys Trail all the way out to Lanes Lookout and back again. The trail itself is nice and wide and features some stunning views along the way.
10
(15)
•Hard
•8.7 mi
•Est. 4h 51m
Slingsbys trail is a walk along the top of the Dorrigo plateau that meets up with the Syndicate Ridge Track which then follows the route of the pine line tramway built in the early part of the 20th century down to the floor of the Bellingen Valley.
The initial part of the Slingsbys trail is a wide somewhat easy walk down very clear tracks that leads to Lanes Lookout, The decent down to the valley floor is very steep and a much narrower path but still easy to follow. For more information...
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Trail reviews for Dorrigo National Park
Gravel road access to Never Never Picnic area. Easy to find and park. Start of trail well sign posted. Great amenities very clean. I did the walk Anti clock wise but I’d suggest you do it clockwise. As the hardest part of the trail is red cedar falls and then you have only a 15 minute walk back to the car park after the incline out. Track is mostly well maintained except for a section near coachwood falls. There is a tree over the track causing land slippage which you need to walk through as there is no track around this obstacle. Waterfalls are all stunning, water is crystal clear make sure you swim safely as rocks are very slippery. Leeches are bad plus I had a python on trail which for me is a non issue but some folks make spook at snakes. Stairs down to Red Cedar falls very slippery and slope down the hill so just be sure footed. I loved this trail and highly recommend visiting Dorrigo NP.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Dorrigo National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Dorrigo National Park is Wonga Walk, which has a 4.7 star rating from 589 reviews. This trail is 3.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 702 ft.
What is the longest trail in Dorrigo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Dorrigo National Park is Dibbs Head [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 11.8 mi long.
How many trails are in Dorrigo National Park?
There are 12 trails in Dorrigo National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 1,221 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Dorrigo National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Dorrigo National Park has you covered. Dibbs Head [CLOSED] boasts the most elevation gain with 1,581 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Blackbutt Trail [CLOSED], which will get you 1,509 ft of elevation gain.