Walk on Water walking track
North Coast
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Walk on Water walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
1km loop
Time
30 - 45min
Quality of markings
Limited signage
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Flat
Steps
No steps
Quality of path
Well-formed track:
- The track is a mix of uneven bitumen (due to tree roots) and unsealed sections.
- The accessible section passes through pockets of littoral rainforest.
Other barriers
Pinch points: The narrowest part of the track is 1.2m wide.
Accessible options
An 800m section at the start of the walk may be suitable for visitors with restricted mobility.
Getting there and parking
Walk on Water walking track starts from Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
To get there:
- Turn onto Minjungbal Drive at South Tweed Heads from Pacific Highway
- Turn right into Kirkwood Road, near Tweed City Shopping Centre, then continue to the car park at the end of the road before it turns right into Davey Street.
Parking
Parking is available at Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre.
Facilities
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Step-free access
- Step-free outdoor pathways
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- An 800m section at the start of the walk may be suitable for visitors with restricted mobility, but the rest of the walk is not accessible.
- Wheelchair access may be difficult due to sections of rough terrain. You may require assistance to get around in some areas.
Permitted
Fishing
Fishing from a boat, the beach, the rocks or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing and rock fishing safety tips.
Prohibited
Gathering firewood
Firewood may not be collected from the park.
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
- Murwillumbah office
- npws.tweedbyron@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in Tweed Heads Historic Site in the North Coast region
Tweed Heads Historic Site is always open, but Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre is open 10am-3pm Monday to Thursday.
- in Ukerebagh Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Visitor centre
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Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
17 Kirkwood Road, Tweed Heads South NSW 2486 - Monday to Thursday, 10m to 3pm.
- 07 5524 2109