Big Hill Rainforest walking track
Limeburners Creek National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Big Hill Rainforest walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
1.4km loop
Time
45min - 1hr
Quality of markings
Limited signage
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Short steep hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Big Hill Rainforest walking track is in the northern precinct of Limeburners Creek National Park. To get there:
- Drive towards Crescent Head from Kempsey
- As you enter Crescent Head village, turn right into Point Plomer Road, also known as Bakers Road.
- Continue for approximately 14km along gravel road to Big Hill
Parking
Parking is available, near Big Hill beach and Melaleuca campground.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Limeburners Creek National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Watch the heathland wildflowers burst with colour and enjoy long walks on the beach as you look out for whales in the distance.
Summer
Take the kids to Point Plomer for a family holiday by the beach, swimming by day and discovering the star-filled skies by night.
Winter
Take advantage of the better surf conditions in winter and a chance to spot whales on their migration north.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42.3°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 19°C
Lowest recorded
0°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
1387.6mm
Facilities
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Pets
Dogs are permitted in the adjacent Goolawah Regional Park.
Prohibited
Operated by
- Kempsey office
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6561 6700
- npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 247 Old Station Rd, Verges Creek NSW 2440
Park info
- in Limeburners Creek National Park in the North Coast region
Limeburners Creek National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger
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$8 per vehicle per day.
Buy annual pass