Strickland State Forest 

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Strickland State Forest contains an impressive diversity of flora and fauna. Vegetation types range from dry eucalypts, heath and wildflowers on the ridges, tall eucalypts on the slopes, to lush rainforest along the creeks. Strickland contains several rare plants and a large diversity of wildlife. Aboriginal engravings and European historic sites are also evident throughout the forest.

Strickland is home to one of the oldest arboretums (native and exotic tree plantings) in Australia, with species such as red cedar, hoop pine and bunya pine planted between 1887 and 1924. Some of the surviving giants can be seen along the Arboretum Trail. Today, Strickland State Forest is managed by State Forests of NSW to protect its special environmental and heritage values, providing unique opportunities for education and recreation. Our education officers run excursions programs for primary and secondary school groups through this forest. Click here to contact an eduction officer for details.

Strickland also has an active community group helping to maintain and improve the forest. If you are interested in joining the "Friends of Strickland" please contact the Hunter region office (see below). Note: Access into Strickland is during the day only. After-hours access into the forest is restricted by a locked gate.

Special Features

Bushwalking Trails

Cabbage Tree Trail - 1.6 km loop trail (45 minutes)

Stoney Creek Trail - 1.3 km one way (45 minutes)

Strickland Falls Trail - 0.7 km one way (20 minutes)

Arboretum Trail - 2 km loop trail (60 minutes)

Bellbird Trail - 3.6 km loop trail (90 minutes)

Site Description  National Park, Old Growth Forest

Site Facilities  Picnic Area, Rest Area, Walking Trails

Tour Types  Self Guided Tours

Attractions  Lookout, Rare & Endangered Species, Wildlife

Activities  Birdwatching, Bushwalking, Photography, Picnicking

Admission  Free Admission

General  Groups

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