Ngiyampaa walking track
Mount Grenfell Historic Site
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Ngiyampaa walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
4km loop
Time
1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
Quality of markings
Limited signage
Experience required
Some bushwalking experience recommended
Gradient
Short steep hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Rough track, many obstacles
Getting there and parking
On entering Mount Grenfell Historic Site:
- From the picnic area, walk past the locked gate and continue up the road towards the hill.
- Look for a green sign showing the way to the walking track
- Follow the stone path to the art sites
- At art site 3, there is a sign directing you along Ngiyampaa walking track.
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Ngiyampaa walking track can become boggy when it rains.
Parking
Parking is available at Ngiyambaa walking track, including several designated disabled spots. Bus parking is also available.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Mount Grenfell Historic Site. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
White mallee flowers are blooming and birdwatching is at its best during this season.
Winter
This is ideal weather for hiking Ngiyambaa walking track.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 33°C
Highest recorded
47°C
Winter temperature
Average
5.5°C and 16.5°C
Lowest recorded
-2.5°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
June
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
109mm
Facilities
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
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
- Dubbo office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6841 7100
- npws.centralwest@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 74 River Street, Dubbo, NSW 2830
Park info
- in Mount Grenfell Historic Site in the Outback NSW region
Mount Grenfell Historic Site is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or cultural activities.