Griffins walking track
Morton National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Griffins walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
11km one-way
Time
8 - 10hrs
Quality of markings
Limited signage
Experience required
Experienced bushwalkers
Gradient
Very steep
Steps
No steps
Quality of path
Formed track
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Griffins walking track is in the Yarrunga Valley precinct of Morton National Park. To get there from Kangaroo Valley:
- Head west from Moss Vale Road for 11km along Bendeela Road
- Go past the pondage as the road becomes Jacks Corner Road. Continue until you reach the Morton National Park trailhead gate at the bottom of Griffins walking track. This is known as Jacks Corner.
- Alternatively, from Moss Vale, head towards Nowra on Yarrawa Road.
- Turn right onto Meryla Road and follow it for 16km through Meryla State Forest to the top of Griffins walking track. This is known as Meryla Pass.
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Griffins walking track can become boggy when it rains.
Parking
Parking is available at both ends of the track at Jacks Corner and at the top of Meryla Pass.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Morton National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Grab an oar and canoe down the Shoalhaven River or the Kangaroo River. Autumn rains create ideal conditions for river paddling, and you'll find good spots for beginners as well as for more experienced paddlers.
Spring
Take the Three Views or Granite Falls walking tracks to see wildflowers in colourful bloom.
Summer
The rainforests of Morton National Park are a great place to escape the summer heat – try the Erith Coal Mine track at Bundanoon or the nearby Fairy Bower Falls walk.
Facilities
- You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
- Where there are no toilets, please ensure you dig a 15cm deep hole and bury all toilet waste. Please also ensure you’re at least 100m away from any watercourses.
Drinking water
You'll need to bring your own drinking and cooking water
Maps and downloads
Permitted
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
- Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre
- 9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4887 8270
- FitzroyFalls.VisitorCentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 1301 Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls NSW 2577
Park info
- in Morton National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions
Morton National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Parts of the south-eastern area of this park were once used for military training and may contain unexploded artillery shells. These areas have restrictions in place for your safety.
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Park entry fees:
Fitzroy Falls: $4 per vehicle per day. Bundanoon area: $8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines - cash and cards accepted.
Buy annual pass
Visitor centre
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Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre
1301 Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls NSW 2577 - 9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 4887 8270