Angophora grove walking track
Yuraygir National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Angophora grove walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
1.2km return
Time
30min - 1hr
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Steps
No steps
Gradient
Gentle hills: The walk is mostly flat with some gentle hills.
Quality of path
Well-formed track: The track is 2m-wide and hard-packed sand and grass for most of its length.
Other barriers
Gates: There is a pipe gate at the southern end of the walk, with a path that goes around it for walkers.
Pinch points: There may be points where the walk narrows due to rocks, tree roots and plants.
Accessible options
- From Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins, the trail is hard-packed sand and grass for around 500m. This part of the walk takes you past a number of hollow trees where wildlife shelter and may be accessible for people with reduced mobility.
- After the first 500m of the walk, the trail has sections of very soft sand that last for between 2-10m up until the end of the walk at Minnie Waters Beach. People with reduced mobility may find getting over this surface difficult.
Getting there and parking
Angophora grove walking track is in the Minnie Water (central) section of Yuraygir National Park. To get there:
- Turn off Pacific Highway 10km south of Grafton at Wooli turn-off
- Before reaching Wooli, turn left onto Minnie Water Road.
- At Minnie Water village, follow the signs to Illaroo campground.
Parking
Parking is available in a bitumen carpark at Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Yuraygir National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Autumn is the perfect time of year to go beach fishing along the park's coastline.
Spring
The park's heathlands provide a spectacular display of wildflowers. Check them out on your choice of walking track, including the Wilsons Headland walk and, of course, the Yuraygir coastal walk.
Summer
Visit in summer to make the most of the park's countless beaches and waterways. Swim, surf or snorkel – cooling sea breezes provide welcome relief in hot weather.
Winter
Plan a winter trip to go whale watching. The sight of migrating whales swimming north to warmer waters is second-to-none, and there are magnificent viewing points at Red Cliffs lookout and Brooms Head.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
9°C and 20°C
Lowest recorded
2.7°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
300mm
Facilities
- The nearest toilets are located at Illaroo South picnic area where this walk begins.
- There are picnic tables at Illaroo South picnic area and also at Minnie Water Beach where this walk ends.
- Drinking and cooking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - hard
- Angophora Grove walking track is mostly flat and step-free, with some gentle hills in parts.
- The track is 2m-wide and hard-packed sand and grass for most of its length.
- The first 500m of the track may be accessible for people with reduced mobility. This part of the walk takes you past hollow trees where wildlife shelter.
- After this point, the walk has sections of very soft sand until the end of the walk. People with reduced mobility may need assistance in this area.
- There are points where the walk narrows due to rocks, tree roots and plants.
- There are accessible toilets at Illaroo South picnic area, where this walk begins.
Permitted
You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
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
- Grafton office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6641 1500
- npws.clarence@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Level 4, 49 Victoria Street, Grafton NSW 2460
Park info
- in Yuraygir National Park in the North Coast region
Yuraygir National Park is always open 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.
Buy annual pass