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Macquarie Marshes wading and nature walk

Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Macquarie Marshes wading and nature walk.

Getting there and parking

From Warren:

  • Head north on Carinda Road, keep going past the Gibson Way turnoff. 
  • Look for a set of double gates on the right and an NPWS sign (the NPWS sign does not stand out though)
  • It is approx 22.5km past the Gibson Way turn off
  • If you get to Burrima, you’ve gone too far.

From Carinda:

  • Head west on Carinda Rd, then turn left / south after 17km (approx 12 mins) to stay on Carinda Road.
  • Keep going past Burrima
  • Look for a gate on the left and an NPWS sign (the NPWS sign does not stand out though)
  • It is approx 32.5km past where Carinda Road turns south.

Approaching from the east (Coonamble, Coonabarabran, etc):

  • If you are coming on Gibson Way, there is a causeway which can be 40cm deep or more. 4WDs with good clearance are recommended. If unsure, it's best to go via Warren or Carinda.
  • If you do take Gibson Way, continue across the causeway, then turn right / north onto Carinda Road.
  • The meeting point is approx 22.5km past the Gibson Way turnoff.
  • If you get to Burrima, you’ve gone too far.

Road quality

  • There is a causeway if approaching via Gibson Way. Check local information for causeway depth.
  • Suitable for 2WD vehicles, unless you're coming via Gibson Way. 4WDs with good clearance are recommended if you take Gibson Way.

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Parking

Parking is available at the tour start point.

Maps and downloads

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Not wheelchair-accessible.

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