Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area
Georges River National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area is located upstream of the main visitor area of Georges River National Park. To get there:
- From Sutherland, head west on River Road, then turn right onto Alfords Point Road and turn left onto Henry Lawson Drive. The park entry is approximately 1.5km on the left.
- From Liverpool, head east along the M5 motorway and continue for approximately 5.5km. Turn left towards the river at Carinya Road and follow the road along the river until you reach the park.
- From Sydney, follow the M5 motorway westbound, turn left onto Davis Road then right onto Henry Lawson Drive. Continue for approximately 1.5km and then turn left into the park entrance.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles (no long vehicle access)
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at the end of Burrawang Reach Road – approximately 150m walk from Cattle Duffers Flat picnic area. Burrawang Reach is a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Georges River National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
The park comes alive during spring, with wonderful wildflowers and abundant wildlife – try the Yeramba Lagoon walk.
Summer
Take to the water in your canoe, kayak or jetski, or strap on your waterskis for hours of fun along the Georges River The summer holiday information has important tips to help you plan your day to Georges River National Park during the busy holiday period .
Winter
Fishermen take note – this is a great time of year to head to the rich fishing grounds along the Georges River to catch yellow-finned bream.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
18°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-0.6°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
254.5mm
Facilities
You're encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
- This area is fully wheelchair-accessible
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Wood fires are not permitted.
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
- Royal National Park Visitor Centre
- 8.30am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 9542 0648
- 1300 072 757 for campground and cottage bookings
- npws.royal@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 2 Lady Carrington Drive, Audley, NSW 2232
Park info
- in Georges River National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Georges River National Park is open from 6am to 7.30pm during daylight savings (6am – 6.30pm at other times) but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. The park has coin-operated pay machines at the gate. Please bring correct coins, as no change is given. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
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