Best trails in Yengo National Park
Want to find the best trails in Yengo National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 10 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 Yengo National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 433 to 4,550 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Yengo National Park.
Top trails
1
(52)
•Moderate
•3.6 mi
•Est. 1h 28m
An easy loop that starts at Mogo Campsite and visits the fourth-oldest bridge in Australia, Circuit Flat Bridge, which was built by convicts in 1831. The track is easy to follow and passes through coastal heath and dry sclerophyll forest, there is an abundance of birdlife and if lucky you'll see the distinctive turquoise parrots.
There are many other walking routes in the park both shorter and longer to explore as well.
2
(36)
•Moderate
•9.0 mi
•Est. 4h 21m
This is an interesting walk through Dharug National Park, located near Wisemans Ferry - north west of Sydney. This looped route begins and ends from Settlers Road, in between Lower and Central Macdonald.
Begin hiking along Shepherds Gully Road then onto the Old Great North Road, passing Hangman's Rock along the way. The trail then features a section of road walking (no pedestrian path) along Settlesr Road as you follow the shores of the Hawkesbury River.
From here you'll turn onto Finchs...
3
(27)
•Easy
•3.3 mi
•Est. 1h 27m
An incredible trail to the Mount Manning Rock Shelters in Yengo National Park, New South Wales.
The path begins from Mogo Creek Road and follows Old North Road and is relatively flat for the first kilometre before descending to the rock shelters. The two shelters next to each other and features aboriginal paintings featuring dingos, echidnas and two human figures. The artwork dates back to as early as 1400 AD.
A fantastic hike with some beautiful and historic artwork along the way.
4
(31)
•Easy
•31.5 mi
•Est. Multi-day
Discover how early European settlers sought Aboriginal trails as they opened roads from Sydney. Finchley Track is home to a European Trig Point from which you can view the amazing surrounding countryside and harbours several indigenous sites, including the famous Aboriginal Rock Art.
To get there from Wollombi, head south and turn off the Great North Road near Laguna into Yango Creek Rd and then into Upper Yango Creek Rd. Follow National Park signs, which lead along Finchley Track to...
6
(19)
•Moderate
•7.9 mi
•Est. 3h 17m
A good hike through the Yengo National Park, located in the Lower Hunter Region of New South Wales. This point to point route begins where from the Finchley Camping Area, where the trail begins.
This camping area can also be access from the back roads, and returned along this route if you wish to make an overnight loop of it.
Highlights of the trail:
- Aboriginal sacred sites and rock engravings
- Finchley Trig Lookout
7
(8)
•Hard
•12.8 mi
•Est. 5h 12m
An awesome trail through the Dharug National Park, located just north of Wisemans Ferry in New South Wales. The trail begins from Settlers Road, where there is a small space to park near the start of Shepherds Gully Road.
After some time you'll take a detour to explore some of the Old Great North Road which is just beautiful. You'll pass Hangman's Rock on your way back down and then return alongside Settlers Road.
8
(8)
•Moderate
•26.9 mi
•Est. Multi-day
Starts from the Truckers Memorial on Old Putty Rd at Millbrodale. Short dirt road to Baiame Cave, then a steep climb up to Yengo National Park. Well worth persevering for the climb up as it is an awesome ride on great track.
Track is all through sandstone country and well drained. Out and back ride or very long walk. If you want to do it one way get dropped at the Telstra tower on Old Putty Rd and ride/walk back towards Bulga.
9
(4)
•Hard
•20.9 mi
This is an off-trail bushwalk. The entire route is along the bed of the Howes Valley Creek and Macdonald River (except for a short section along the main road linking the start and end points of the walk). Most of the route is sandy creek walking, with the occasional small waterfall / cascade and boulders. There are plenty of camping spots along the river.
10
(5)
•Hard
•11.5 mi
•Est. 4h 50m
A rewarding point to point hike through Yengo National Park, located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales - not too far south from the town of Wollombi.
This point to point trail begins from Yango, near the Yango Creek Road Creek Crossing. Instead of following the Upper Yango Creek Road, this trail takes you on the back road, Following Boree Valley Road and then the Yango Track to bring you to Finchley Camping Area. Please note there is parking available here so it's not specifically a...
Trail reviews for Yengo National Park
This is not to be underestimated, the sand on the bed of the river slows you down and can open up and swallow your whole leg, we were dragging each other out of the sand multiple times and it takes its toll. That said, it's an incredible walk. You can add another day like we did by scrambling up yokey creek to yokey trail and on to the base of Mt Yengo.
Difficulty: Strenuous
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Yengo National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Yengo National Park is Circuit Flat Walking Track, which has a 4.3 star rating from 52 reviews. This trail is 3.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 433 ft.
What is the longest trail in Yengo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Yengo National Park is Old Bulga Road Track. This trail is estimated to be 26.9 mi long.
How many trails are in Yengo National Park?
There are 10 trails in Yengo National Park. These trails have an average 4.1-star rating from 206 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Yengo National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Yengo National Park has you covered. Old Bulga Road Track boasts the most elevation gain with 4,550 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Finchley Track - Aboriginal Art & Great North Walk, which will get you 3,756 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Yengo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Yengo National Park and the most popular is Circuit Flat Walking Track with an average 4.3 star rating from 52 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Yengo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Yengo National Park and the most popular is Mount Manning Rock Shelter with an average 4.5 star rating from 27 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Yengo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Yengo National Park and the most popular is Finchley to Yango via Finchley Track with an average 3.6 star rating from 19 community reviews.
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Points of interest
- Mogo Camping Area - Yengo NP
- Macdonald River
- Finchley Trig Lookout
- Finchley Camping Area
- Aboriginal sacred sites and rock engravings
- Heartbreak Hill Camping Area
- Mount Baxter
- Mount Wareng
- Aboriginal sacred sites and rock engravings
- Mount Murwin
- Mount Moruben
- Mount Bulgalaben
- Mount Isobel
- Frying Pan Rock
- Mount Lockyer
- Mount Calore
- Mount Yengo
- Howes Mountain