Bird Gully Swamp
New South Wales
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The track skirts the edge of a hanging swamp, still clearly defined after fire by the different plant communities. Acknowledge the traditional inhabitants of the land as you relax beside grinding grooves on the top of a picturesque waterfall with views of the gully. See the remains of the sand mining quarry which provided materials for the old Pacific Highway.
Note due to the fragility on the area this walk is only available as a guided tour.
Getting there
Note the reserve this walk is in is only open six weekends a year, mid-August to late September.
From Sydney:
- Head north towards Newcastle on the F3 Freeway and take the Berowra exit
- Turn right onto the Pacific Highway and follow it past Cowan
- The park entrance is on your left, approximately 3km north of Cowan.
- Follow the fire trail for 1km
From Gosford/Newcastle:
- Head south on the F3 Freeway and take the Mooney Mooney exit
- Follow the Old Pacific Highway across the Hawkesbury River towards Cowan
- The park entrance is on your right, approximately 6km from the freeway exit.
- Follow the fire trail for 1km
Maps
Which maps cover the area?
Route/Trail notes
Due to the fragility on the area this walk is only available as a guided tour. This walk should be booked before arrival (they book out very fast). There will be two guides taking you through the track.
Permits/Costs
A Discovery activity fee applies to all people who visit the reserve during the six annual open weekends. Guided walks are included in the price. $10 adults, $5 children, $25 family.
Other References
http://www.weekendnotes.com/muogamarra-nature-reserve/
http://ozultimate.com/tom/bushwalking/2012/20120909_muogamarra/photos.htm
GPS Tracks
- No GPS available for this walk yet.
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