Point lookout walking track
New England National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Point lookout walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
0.5km loop
Time
15 - 30min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Flat
Steps
No steps
Quality of path
Well-formed track
Getting there and parking
Point lookout walking track is in the Point lookout precinct of New England National Park. To get there:
- Halfway between Armidale and Dorrigo on Waterfall Way, turn onto Point Lookout Road.
- Continue for approximately 14km
- Park near the shelter at Point lookout to start the walk
Parking
Car and bus parking is available at Point lookout carpark, including several designated disabled spots.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in New England National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Enjoy the fresh air walking during the day, and cosy nights by the fire at Toms Cabin.
Spring
Climb up to Wrights lookout and see the colourful display of wildflowers.
Summer
Immerse yourself in the cool air and vibrant green of the Antarctic beech rainforest covered in moss.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
10°C and 24°C
Highest recorded
32.8°C
Winter temperature
Average
1°C and 12°C
Lowest recorded
-7.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
June
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
286.1mm
Facilities
There is a picnic shelter, toilet block and interpretive signs at Point lookout car park.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
- The 100m path to the first lookout is is flat and easily accessed by visitors in a wheelchair or with limited mobility.
- The full 500m circuit can be completed with some assistance.
- Several designated disabled car spaces are available at Point lookout carpark.
- There are wheelchair-accessible toilets located at the carpark.
Easy access is free of obstacles such as steps, rough terrain or significant slopes, and may have ramps or boardwalks.
Permitted
You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
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
- Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
- May to August 9am to 4pm daily. September to April 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913
- dorrigo.rainforestcentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453
Park info
- in New England National Park in the North Coast and Country NSW regions
New England National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.