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Norfolk Falls walk

Coolah Tops National Park

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Norfolk Falls walk.

Track grading

Grade 3

Learn more about the grading system

Features of this track

Distance

1.1km return

Time

45min - 1hr

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

Many steps

Quality of path

Formed track

Getting there and parking

Norfolk Falls walk is in the western area of Coolah Tops National Park. To get there from Coolah:

Take Coolah Creek Road towards Coolah Tops National Park
After around 19km turn right onto The Forest Road and follow the unsealed road 11km to the park entrance
Continue along The Forest Road another 3km then turn right on to Norfolk Falls Road
Drive 1km to Norfolk Falls picnic area, where this walk starts.

Road quality

Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles

Parking

Parking is available at Norfolk Falls picnic area, where this walk starts.

Facilities

Picnic tables, wood barbecues and non-flush toilet facilities are available at Norfolk Falls picnic area.

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.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

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).

Waterfall safety

Waterfalls are beautiful destinations but please be safe when visiting these natural wonders. Read these waterfall safety tips before exploring waterfalls on your next walk.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Permitted at the picnic area outside a park fire ban or total fire ban periods.

Gathering firewood

You can collect firewood that is lying on the ground.

Generators

Generators are permitted at Norfolk Falls picnic area only.

Prohibited

Camping

Cycling

Horses

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

Warrumbungle NP Visitor Information Centre
9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
02 6825 4364
warrumbungle.np@environment.nsw.gov.au
4261 John Renshaw Parkway, Warrumbungle NSW 2828

Park info

in Coolah Tops National Park in the Country NSW region
Coolah Tops National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations. The eastern end of the park is regularly closed during wet weather due to slippery road conditions.