Kosekai lookout
Dunggir National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Kosekai lookout.
Getting there and parking
Kosekai lookout is in the central precinct of Dunggir National Park. To get there:
- From Bowraville, drive north west along North Arm Road
- Turn left in to Lower Bucka Bendinni Road
- Turn left into Hanging Rock Road and continue into Dunggir National Park
- Turn left into Kosekai Road and continue for approximately 1.3km to the lookout.
Road quality
The gravel road to Kosekai lookout is long, steep and bumpy.
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Kosekai lookout can become boggy when it rains.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- All roads require 4WD vehicle
Weather restrictions
- 4WD required in wet weather
Parking
There's parking at Kosekai lookout along Kosekai Road.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Dunggir National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Spring offers the most comfortable temperatures to visit the park, and some hillsides bloom in the unmistakable red of flame trees, particularly around Kosekai lookout.
Winter
The crisp air of winter provides the clearest views of the surrounding region, so photographers should come mid-year or in late Autumn.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17.4°C and 28.8°C
Highest recorded
43°C
Winter temperature
Average
6.3°C and 20.3°C
Lowest recorded
-1.8°C
Facilities
- Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
- You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Picnic tables
Step-free access
The lookout is flat and step-free, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and grass to reach the lookout railing.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Kosekai lookout is flat and step-free, but there are no pathways. You'll need to cross over hard-packed ground and grass to reach the lookout railing and the picnic table.
The road leading to the lookout is unsealed gravel and is long, steep and at times rough. People with mobility restrictions may need assistance to cross over this surface.
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
- Coffs Harbour office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6652 0900
- npws.coffscoast@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 4/32 Edgar St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Park info
- in Dunggir National Park in the North Coast region
Dunggir National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.