Best trails in Mount Royal National Park
Want to find the best trails in Mount Royal National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 5 great trails for hiking 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? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 603 to 3,412 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Mount Royal National Park.
Top trails
1
(26)
•Moderate
•2.3 mi
•Est. 1h 17m
A short family friendly hike through Mount Royal National Park in the Upper Hunter Region of New South Wales, not too far from the town of Muswellbrook.
Enjoy the short climb to Pieries Peak following a narrow, rocky and steep trail with views across the Hunter Valley and Lake Saint Clair from Mount Royal National Park, a World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest.
2
(22)
•Hard
•1.7 mi
•Est. 1h 38m
Enjoy the climb up to Mount Royal of Mount Royal National Park, a World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest. The trail is unmarked (as of August 2020) and rough - it was intended as a loop trail but the track down the western side of the mountain is very difficult to find. It begins at a picnic bench at a fork in the road. Follow the spur up the mountain. While the summit is forested, there are several cleared areas near the summit which provide expansive views to the west and south.
3
(22)
•Hard
•3.8 mi
•Est. 2h 41m
A scenic loop in Mount Royal National Park, a World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest not too far from Newcastle, NSW. The trail begins at the Youngeville Camping area, where there is parking available.
The hike features a variety of forest communities, including shrubland, wet eucalypt forest and tall open forest. There is a picnic area down by the eastern creek perfect for a midway stop.
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(1)
•Hard
•17.6 mi
•Est. 8h 37m
If you're looking for a long and challenging hike, this one's a cracker. The loop follows a series of steep and rugged 4WD tracks through Mount Royal National Park. It's a proper workout that will test your endurance, but the beautiful rainforest scenery is with you the whole way. A top choice for fit hikers who love a tough trail.
Trail reviews for Mount Royal National Park
Off-track adventure in Mount Royal NP. A steep, calf-burning ascent from the base gets the heart pumping. The adrenaline starts to rush as you contemplate a tricky ascent requiring precise holds and footing on a narrow ridge. A grassy area opens up after this, followed by a wonderland of moss-and-lichen-covered trees and vines. Down and around past the summit and onto a bread knife of a ridge with precipitous drops to either side and amazing panoramic vistas. This is followed by a steep descent to get onto an old logging trail. One last surprise is in store as you discover a big chunk of this trail has been carved out by a recent(?) landslide. Down to the base on the partial 'hole' and up onto the part of the trail that's still intact. Finally this meets the dirt road taking you leisurely back to the start. A hike to be experienced to be believed!
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Mount Royal National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Mount Royal National Park is Pieries Peak Walking Track [CLOSED], which has a 4.7 star rating from 26 reviews. This trail is 2.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 603 ft.
What is the longest trail in Mount Royal National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mount Royal National Park is Cassels Road and Mount Royal Road Loop [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 17.6 mi long.
How many trails are in Mount Royal National Park?
There are 5 trails in Mount Royal National Park. These trails have an average 4.3-star rating from 74 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Royal National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Mount Royal National Park has you covered. Cassels Road and Mount Royal Road Loop [CLOSED] boasts the most elevation gain with 3,412 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Boonabilla Creek via Youngs Trail [CLOSED], which will get you 1,984 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Mount Royal National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 running trails in Mount Royal National Park and the most popular is Pieries Peak Walking Track [CLOSED] with an average 4.7 star rating from 26 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Mount Royal National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 biking trails in Mount Royal National Park and the most popular is Pieries Peak Walking Track [CLOSED] with an average 4.7 star rating from 26 community reviews.