Forestry Hut
Werakata National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Forestry Hut.
Getting there and parking
Forestry Hut is in the northern precinct of Werakata National Park. To get there:
- From Cessnock follow Kurri Road towards Abermain
- Turn left onto Old Maitland Road
- Forestry Hut is on your left approximately 5km after the Ironbark Road turnoff
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Forestry Hut.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Werakata National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The days are cooler but still sunny in autumn, making it a fabulous time for hitting the cycle trails of Werakata National Park. The Deadmans Loop trail and Astills trail offer easy flat, fun rides for the family.
Spring
There are more than 200 different types of animals recorded in Werakata National Park and the nearby State Conservation Area. Spring is a great time to see them. The wildflower displays during spring are a sight to behold .
Summer
Pack a picnic lunch and head for the Astills picnic area with its beautiful canopy of gums.
Winter
Winter is a great time for bird watching in the park. Werakata is blessed with a huge number of spotted gums, one of only a few winter-flowering eucalypts found near the New South Wales coast.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
18°C and 32°C
Highest recorded
44.4°C
Winter temperature
Average
5°C and 20°C
Lowest recorded
-4.2°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February
Driest month
July
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
148.8mm
Facilities
There is no mobile reception in this park.
Drinking water
Drinking water is not available in this area so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - hard
- This area can be accessed with some difficulty
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.
Operated by
- Newcastle office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 4946 4100
- npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 1 Wetlands Place, Shortland NSW 2307
Park info
- in Werakata National Park in the North Coast region
Werakata National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.