Macquarie Marshes wetlands walk
Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve
Overview
Wade and walk through vibrant wetlands during this rare opportunity to experience Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve, near Warren, up close.
- When
Friday 20 September, Thursday 26 September, Wednesday 2 October and Wednesday 9 October 2024. 9.30am to 12pm.
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Hard. Suitable for adults and children 8 years and over. You’ll walk 1km, including wading through water and sticky, sucking mud.
- Price
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Adult $30 per person. Concession (Student, Australian pension, Veterans Affairs and Seniors card holders) $20 per person. Child (8 to 17 years) $15 per person. Family (2 adults, 2 children) $75.
- Meeting point
- Start of Halls Block trail, Carinda Road
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
You'll journey through a variety of habitat types. You'll learn about plants, wildlife, history and how water is managed to keep the vibrant marshes alive. The wetlands are an important waterbird breeding area and a vital home to all sorts of wildlife.
Your knowledgeable guide will take you to parts of the marshes that are normally inaccessible to the public.
Packing the right gear is important when you visit the wetlands. Please wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and appropriate shoes for wading through water and mud. Old joggers are a good option. Don’t forget to bring a change of dry clothes and shoes.
You should also bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, at least 1 litre of drinking water and snacks for the day. You can also bring a camera and binoculars if you have them. A hiking pole will also help when wading through the sticky mud.
It’s a good idea to check road conditions before you set off as some roads are unsealed and include a causeway crossing. The tour will be cancelled if road conditions are too wet.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/guided-tours/macquarie-marshes-wetlands-walk/local-alerts
Bookings
- 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
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve in the Outback NSW and Country NSW regions
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Macquarie Marshes wetlands walk.
Getting there and parking
From Warren:
- Head north on Carinda Road, keep going past the Gibson Way turnoff.
- After approx 22.5km look for a set of double gates on the right and an NPWS sign (the NPWS sign does not stand out though).
- If you get to Burrima, you’ve gone too far
From Carinda:
- Head west on Carinda Rd, then turn left / south after 17 km (approx 12 mins) to stay on Carinda Road.
- Keep going past Burrima.
- Approx 32.5km past where Carinda Rd turns south, look for one gate on the left and an NPWS sign (the NPWS sign does not stand out though)
Approaching from the east (Coonamble, Coonabarabran etc):
- If you're coming on Gibson Way, there is a causeway which can be 40cm deep or more. 4WDs with good clearance are recommended. If unsure, it is 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 22.5 km 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 meeting point.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Not wheelchair-accessible.