Junction walk
Kwiambal National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Junction walk.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
7km return
Time
1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
Quality of markings
Sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Short steep hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Rough track, many obstacles
Getting there and parking
Junction walk starts at Lemon Tree Flat campground in the northern precinct of Kwiambal National Park. To get there:
- From Ashford, take Wallangra Road north west
- Turn right onto Sandy Creek Road
- Then left onto Limestone Road and continue into Kwiambal National Park.
- Turn left onto Macintyre Falls Road
- Turn right onto Lemon Tree Flat Road and follow the signs to the campground
- Junction walk begins at the northern end of Lemon Tree Flat along the old 4WD track
Alternatively:
- Travel along Inverell Street in Ashford and turn onto Limestone Road.
- At the intersection of Limestone Road and Sandy Creek Road turn right, and continue into Kwiambal National Park.
Parking
Parking is available at Lemon Tree Flat campground
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Kwiambal National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Between the warmer months of September and March, spectacular wildflower displays decorate the bush beneath white cypress pines.
Summer
The many swimming opportunities, including rivers, secluded beaches, and even a plunge pool, makes Kwiambal a terrific destination in the height of summer.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
16.9°C and 30.6°C
Highest recorded
41.2°C
Winter temperature
Average
2.7°C and 18°C
Lowest recorded
-6.3°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
June
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
160mm
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
- Glen Innes office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6739 0700
- npws.ntab@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 68 Church Street, Glen Innes NSW 2370
Park info
- in Kwiambal National Park in the Country NSW region
Kwiambal National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.