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Split Rock walking track

Mutawintji National Park

Visitor info

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

Track grading

Grade 5

Learn more about the grading system

Features of this track

Distance

6km return

Time

3 - 4hrs

Quality of markings

Limited signage

Experience required

Very experienced bushwalkers

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles

Getting there and parking

Split Rock walking track is in the northern area of Mutawintji National Park. Please contact the Broken Hill office for road conditions and recommended directions.

To get there from Broken Hill:

Take the Silver City Highway towards Tibooburra and look for the Mutawintji National Park turnoff.
Follow Mutawintji turn off until enter the park and continue to Old Coach road.
Follow Old Coach road to the picnic area.
The walk starts at the gate opposite the picnic area.

Road quality

Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

All roads require 4WD vehicle

Weather restrictions

Dry weather only

Parking

Parking is available at the Old Coach picnic area.

Best times to visit

Split Rock walking track is best visited during autumn, winter and spring when daytime weather is pleasant. Summer in the outback can be very hot.

Facilities

There aren’t any bins so you’ll need to take all rubbish away with you.
No fuel or food is available at Mutawintji National Park.
Drinkable bore water is available at the visitor centre, but it should be boiling before use.

Picnic tables

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Pick up an information brochure at the self-service visitor centre for that includes a park map and safety information.

Heavy rain can close roads in and around the Mutawintji National Park. It’s a good idea to prepare extra food, fuel and supplies in case you need to extend your stay.

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).

Outback safety

Safety is of high priority in outback areas. In summer, temperatures can reach up to 50°C in some places. Food, water and fuel supplies can be scarce. Before you head off, check for road closures and use our contacts to stay safe in the outback.

Prohibited

Gathering firewood

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.

Operated by

Broken Hill office
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Closed 1pm to 2pm.
08 8084 2880
npws.westdarling@environment.nsw.gov.au
183 Argent Street, Broken Hill NSW 2880

Park info

in Mutawintji National Park in the Outback NSW region
Mutawintji National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

Visitor centre

Mutawintji Visitor Centre
51 Old Coach Road, Mutawintji, NSW 2880
Mutawintji Visitor Centre is always open but it's unstaffed (self service).

NSW National Parks
and Wildlife Service