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Mount Bushwalker walking track

Morton National Park

Visitor info

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

Track grading

Grade 4

Learn more about the grading system

Features of this track

Distance

7km return

Time

2hrs 30min - 4hrs

Quality of markings

Limited signage

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Gentle hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

Mount Bushwalker walking track is in the southern precinct of Morton National Park, about 30 minutes from Milton. To get there, turn into Porters Creek Dam Road from the Princes Highway, about 5km south of Fishermans Paradise.

Road quality

Porters Creek Dam Road is suitable for 2WD vehicles but can be rough and uneven.

Parking

Parking is available on Mount Bushwalker Road

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.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Parts of Morton National Park were once used for military training purposes and contain unexploded artillery shells, mortar rounds and grenades, also known as unexploded ordnances (UXO).

Mount Bushwalker walking track is located in the highly contaminated area of this park. You can see the contaminated areas on the Morton National Park unexploded ordnances map (pdf, 467.4KB)

If you’re walking on this track:

Stay on vehicle trails and signposted walking tracks
If you find any object that might be a UXO, do not touch, disturb or try to move it. Take note of its location and report it immediately to NSW Police by calling Triple Zero (000).
Walking or driving off-track and any form of ground disturbance is prohibited
Camping is only permitted at Link Road and Sassafras campgrounds, and campfires must be confined to existing fireplaces

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).

Permitted

Camping

A permit is required to camp at Cooyoyo Creek over the Easter and October long weekends.

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

Ulladulla office
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
02 4454 9500
npws.shoalhaven@environment.nsw.gov.au
Lot 9 Blackburn Industrial Estate, 6 Coller Road Ulladulla NSW 2539

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.
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

Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre
1301 Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls NSW 2577
9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 4887 8270