248 trail
Popran National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about 248 trail.
Getting there and parking
To get there, from Sydney:
- Take the F3 Sydney-Newcastle Freeway and exit at Calga onto Peats Ridge Road
- After 13km, turn left onto Wisemans Ferry Road.
- Continue a further 8km, and turn left onto Ironbark Road.
- The trail starts 300m from the picnic area off Mount Olive trail
From Newcastle:
- Take the F3 Sydney-Newcastle Freeway and exit at Peats Ridge Road
- After 10km, turn right onto George Downs Drive.
- Turn left onto Wisemans Ferry Road, continue a further 8km, and then turn left onto Ironbark Road.
- The trail starts 300m from the picnic area off Mount Olive trail
Parking
Parking is available at the Ironbark picnic area.
Best times to visit
Weather conditions are usually quite moderate in Popran National Park. In summer, however, in summer the temperature can climb above 30C. With its pleasant climate and year-round beauty, any time is a good time to visit Popran National Park.
Spring
Go walking along the Emerald Pool Loop to see fantastic wildflower displays.
Summer
Enjoy a relaxing day exploring the edges of the southern section of the park by boat, canoe or kayak to discover hidden fishing spots.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
23°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
42.9°C
Winter temperature
Average
17°C and 22°C
Lowest recorded
0.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February and March
Driest month
June and July
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
230.2mm
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Horses
- Horses are allowed on multi-use fire trails, such as 248 trail and Mount Olive trail.
- Tethering posts for horses are available.
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Park info
- in Popran National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Popran National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.