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Rainforest walking track

Robertson Nature Reserve

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

Track grading

Features of this track

Distance

0.6km loop

Time

15 - 30min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Flat

Quality of path

Well-formed track: The walk is a 1.5m-wide gravel track.

Steps

Occasional steps: Along the path there are several small steps that range from between 5-15cm in height.

Other barriers

Pinch points: There may be points along the walk where the track narrows between hanging vines, but the vines can be manoeuvred around and pushed out of the way.

Getting there and parking

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Get directions

    Rainforest walking track starts at the northwestern corner of Robertson Nature Reserve. To get there:

    • Once in the township of Robertson, turn onto Meryla Street from the main road.
    • Follow to the end then turn left onto South Street
    • Continue until you see the sign on your right

    Parking

    Parking is available on South Street at the start of the walk in a grass carpark.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Robertson Nature Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.

    Autumn

    Breathe in the crisp fresh air as you walk through the dense rainforest.

    Spring

    Take a short stroll through the rainforest and discover its ancient secrets.

    Summer

    Escape the crowded beaches and enjoy cool temperatures under the rainforest canopy.

    Winter

    Rug up and experience the beauty of the misty rainforest in winter.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    11°C and 26°C

    Highest recorded

    25.5°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    2°C and 14°C

    Lowest recorded

    2.2°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    February

    Driest month

    September

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    549.7mm

    Facilities

    Seats and resting points

    There are 3 bench seats evenly distributed along the loop walk.

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    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).

    Accessibility

    Rainforest walking track is a flat, gravel loop track that's 1.5m wide. There are 3 bench seats at regular points along the walk where you can rest.

    There are some points along the track where people with reduced mobility may need assistance:

    • Along the path there are several small steps that range from between 5-15cm in height.
    • There some sections where the track narrows between hanging vines, but the vines can be manoeuvred around and pushed out of the way.
    • Parking is in a grass carpark at the start of the walk. Some assistance may be needed to get across the grass to the trackhead.

    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.

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