This park protects the headwaters of the Congewai and Quorrobolong creeks, which drain into the Hunter River, and the Gap and Dora creeks, which drain into Lake Macquarie.
Enjoy spectacular views of rainforest gullies, and Monkey Face Lookout, sitting above the Martinsville Valley. Boarding House Dam picnic area, set among large blackbutt and blue gum trees, offers rainforest walks along the creek, or a paddle on a hot summer’s day. Magnificent red cedar and Illawarra flame trees line the walk to Gap Creek Falls from the picnic area.
Getting There
30 km south-west of Newcastle
Enter via Martinsville Road from Cooranbong Mt Faulk Road
Primary Child Friendly, Groups
Site Description National Park, Reserve, Wildlife Park
Site Facilities BBQ Area, Boardwalk, Camping Ground, Picnic Area, Public Toilets, Rest Area, Walking Trails
Tour Types Self Guided Tours
Attractions Lookout, Rare & Endangered Species, Wildlife
Activities Birdwatching, Bushwalking, Camping, Photography, Picnicking, Rainforest Walks, Scenic Drives, Swimming
Displays Native Wildlife
Admission Free Admission
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