50th anniversary event for Werrikimbe National Park
Werrikimbe National Park
Overview
Join us and celebrate the 50th anniversary of Werrikimbe National Park from the grounds of Mooraback cabin on 29-30 March 2025. Free festivities include Ranger-guided walks, speeches, celebratory cake, and a delicious lunch.
- When
- The 50th anniversary event takes place from 5pm Saturday 29 March through until 5pm on Sunday 30 March 2025.
- Where
- Werrikimbe National Park in North Coast, Country NSW
- Accessibility
- Medium
- Grade
- Easy. The event is suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The guided walks vary in length and difficulty.
- Bookings
- Please RSVP to the local office to help us plan for guided tours and catering. Phone: 02 6777 4700. Email: npws.nea@environment.nsw.gov.au
Join us at this free event at Mooraback cabin celebrating the 50th anniversary of Werrikimbe National Park over the last weekend in March 2025. Enjoy Ranger-guided walks, speeches, celebratory cake, and a delicious lunch.
To start the milestone celebrations we're offering a free nocturnal guided bird walk at 5pm on Saturday. Our knowledgable guide will reveal the park’s birdlife as the sun sets, offering a rare chance to experience the nocturnal environment of Werrikimbe National Park. Spot owls and other wildlife emerging at sunset.
On Sunday morning, join our guided bird walk at 8am and learn about the park’s diverse birdlife. Throughout the day, our Rangers will also provide fascinating insights into the park’s biodiversity and history.
There are 2 different Ranger-guided walks on offer:
- Carabeen walk: Discover the yellow carabeen trees and the stunning Gondwana rainforest of Australia along this 1.8km loop track.
- Platypus Pool walking track: Explore the banks of the Hastings River and its unique features along this 5km loop track.
The formal festivities of the day commence at 11.30am with speeches, celebratory cake, and a delicious lunch. The newly renovated Mooraback cabin will also be open for inspection. Please RSVP to the local Walcha office to help us plan for catering and the guided walks.
Weekend schedule
Saturday
5pm - Bird briefing followed by nocturnal guided walk at sunset. Spot owls and other wildlife.
Sunday
8am - Guided bird walk
9.30am – Mooraback cabin open house
9.30am - Platypus Pool Ranger-guided walk, or, Carabeen Ranger guided walk (run simultaneously)
11.30am - welcome to Country
11.35am - speeches and cake cutting
12.45pm – lunch
2pm - Platypus Pool Ranger-guided walk, or, Carabeen Ranger guided walk (run simultaneously)
3pm – event ends
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Walcha office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6777 4700
- npws.nea@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 188W North Street, Walcha NSW 2354
Park info
- in Werrikimbe National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
Werrikimbe National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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