Muirs lookout
Jilliby State Conservation Area
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Muirs lookout.
Getting there and parking
Muirs lookout is in the eastern precinct of Jilliby State Conservation Area. To get there:
From the F3 expressway:
- Take the Cooranbong/Morisset exit to Freemans Drive and turn left at the roundabout.
- Follow Freemans Drive west to Cooranbong
- Turn left onto Martinsville Road then left onto Wattagan Road – the uphill section becomes Martinsville Hill Road (unsealed).
- Proceed west to Watagan Forest Road then turn left and follow Watagan Forest Road to Prickly Ridge Road
- Turn left, heading east to the lookout about 3km along.
Alternative Route (4WD preferred):
- From the F3 expressway take the Cooranbong/Morisset exit ramp.
- Follow Mandalong Road west to Tobins Road then turn right onto Prickly Ridge Road
- Follow uphill to Muirs lookout
Note: Prickly Ridge Road is subject to road closures due to wet weather and vehicle damage.
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as Prickly Ridge Road to Muirs lookout can become boggy when it rains. The roads in Jilliby State Conservation Area are unsealed and accessible by 4WD only.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- All roads require 4WD vehicle
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at the adjacent carpark, a short walk from the attraction.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Jilliby State Conservation Area. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Cooler months are a great time to jump in your 4WD and go for a car touring adventure to enjoy the forests in all their autumn glory.
Spring
Spring is a perfect time to enjoy long bushwalks, bike rides and horseback rides through the parks many trails.
Summer
When the weather is too hot to work up a sweat, enjoy a picnic in the beautiful picnic areas at Muirs lookout and Stoney Ridge.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
42.9°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-0.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
September
Driest month
February
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
230.2mm
Facilities
You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Wood barbecues (bring your own firewood)
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - hard
- Wheelchairs can access this area with some difficulty
Prohibited
Gathering firewood
Firewood is not supplied and may not be collected from the park.
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.
Park info
- in Jilliby State Conservation Area in the Sydney and surrounds and North Coast regions
Jilliby State Conservation Area is always open but some sections may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.