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Blackbutt walking track

Dorrigo National Park

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Blackbutt walking track.

Track grading

Grade 4

Learn more about the grading system

Features of this track

Distance

6.4km one-way

Time

3 - 4hrs

Quality of markings

Sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

No steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

Blackbutt walking track starts at Never Never picnic area in Dorrigo National Park. To get there:

Follow Dome Road from Waterfall Way (1km south of Dorrigo) to Dorrigo Rainforest Centre.
Dome Road veers to the left at Dorrigo Rainforest Centre. Follow for 10km to Never Never picnic area.
Alternatively, commence Blackbutt track from the small carpark 5.5km along Dome Road from Dorrigo Rainforest Centre.

Parking

Parking is available at Never Never picnic area. The western trackhead offers only two or three parking spaces, but other off-street parking locations are available nearby.

Best times to visit

The weather at Dorrigo National Park can vary from warm to mild to cool, depending on the time of year you visit. The summer months usually have the highest rainfall.

Spring

The rainforest is alive with birdlife - walk the Lyrebird Link for a close up view.

Summer

Escape the summer heat along one of the waterfall tracks and feel the coolness envelope you.

Facilities

Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

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

Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
May to August 9am to 4pm daily. September to April 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 6657 5913
dorrigo.rainforestcentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453

Park info

in Dorrigo National Park in the North Coast region
Dorrigo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

Visitor centre

Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453
May to August 9am to 4pm daily. September to April 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 6657 5913