Scenic trail
Wallarah National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Scenic trail.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Scenic trail is in the northern precinct of Wallarah National Park. To get there:
- From the Pacific Highway, turn into Bowman Street, Swansea.
- Continue along Bowman into Park Avenue
- Turn left onto Scenic Drive
- The track commences near the end of Scenic Drive
Parking
Parking is available on Scenic Drive at Caves Beach.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Wallarah National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Wildflower viewing in the heath along the Coastal walking track.
Winter
Whale watching from the beach and coastal tracks.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 24°C
Highest recorded
42.4°C
Winter temperature
Average
10°C and 18°C
Lowest recorded
3.4°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
246mm
Facilities
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
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 Wallarah National Park in the North Coast region
Wallarah National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.