Nichols Gorge walking track
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Nichols Gorge walking track
Highlights
Ready for a thrilling hike? Nichols Gorge Walking Track is a 7km loop full of exciting discoveries! Just 500 metres in, you’ll find Cooleman Cave. Bring a torch and explore its mysterious tunnels—it’s like being a real-life adventurer!
As you follow the track, you’ll see fossilised shells and ancient sea creatures in the creek bed. How cool is that? The limestone gorge offers stunning views of snow grass plains and the wooded slopes of the Gurrangorambla Range. Keep an eye out for magpies, flame robins, and even soaring wedge-tailed eagles. It’s an adventure packed with history, nature, and fun!
Things to do
- Bush walking / hiking
- Photography
- Camping
More info & what's here
- Walking trail - 7km loop, grade 4
- Parking
What You Need To know
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions.
- Alpine areas present special safety issues. Conditions can be extreme and may change rapidly, particularly in winter. It’s important to be prepared and find out how to stay safe in alpine areas.
- Ensure to check the relevant website for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
- Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
- National park and camping fees may apply, check the parks website for bookings and further details.
Photo credits: NSW National Parks & Wildlife Services | Murray Vanderveer
Location
Getting to Nichols Gorge walking track
Address: Blue Waterholes Fire Trail, Cooleman, New South Wales 2611
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