Golden Gully walking track
Hill End Historic Site
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Golden Gully walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
0.2km one-way
Time
15 - 30min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
Some bushwalking experience recommended
Gradient
Flat
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles: The walk is 2m-wide and a mixture of hard-packed ground, rocky ground and soft sand.
When the track goes through and under the rock formations of the gully, it becomes uneven with many rocks across its surface.
Steps
Occasional steps: There are around 50 timber steps near the start of the walk. The steps do not have a handrail.
Getting there and parking
Golden Gully walking track is in the northern precinct of Hill End Historic Site. To get there:
- Follow Hill End Road approximately 5km north of the township of Hill End
- Golden Gully is on your left
- If driving from Mudgee, Golden Gully is on your right before you arrive at Hill End.
Parking
Car and bus parking is available on the side of bitumen seal Hill End Road at the start of Golden Gully walking track.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Hill End Historic Site. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
With sunny, dry days and crisp evenings, it's a great time of year for a camping holiday at Hill End – head to the Village campground or the larger Glendora campground. You could even sign up as a Campground Host.
Spring
Flowers are at their best this time of the year - enjoy cherry blossoms and blooms in the historic cottage gardens.
Winter
The winter light is renowned among artists and photographers - you may even get some shots of snow .
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
15°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
40.1°C
Winter temperature
Average
1°C and 15°C
Lowest recorded
-8.9°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
April and May
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
108.7mm
Facilities
Drinking 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 - no wheelchair access
People with reduced mobility may need assistance on the following sections of Golden Gully walking track:
- There are around 50 timber steps near the start of the walk. The steps don't have a handrail.
- The track is a mixture of surfaces including soft sand and rocky ground
- At the point where the track goes through and under the rock formations of the gully, the ground is very uneven and rocky.
Permitted
Pets
You can walk your dog on-lead at this location. See other regional parks in NSW that have dog walking areas.
- You will need to keep your dog on a leash at all times and remember to pick up after them.
- Dangerous dogs and restricted breed dogs as defined under the Companion Animals Act must be muzzled at all times.
- Dogs are not permitted inside buildings or on tours (other than certified assistance animals).
- Dogs are not allowed within 10m of barbecues, picnic tables and children's playgrounds.
Prohibited
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Hill End Historic Site office
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm. Closed weekends and public holidays.
- 02 6370 9050
- hill.end@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 5 Beyers Avenue, Hill End NSW 2850
Park info
- in Hill End Historic Site in the Country NSW region
Hill End Historic Site is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.