Dows Camp - Warrumbungle National Park NSW
See ancient volcanic remnants from the Grand High Tops track, one of Australia's great walks. White Gum Lookout walk is a 1-km return bitumen track suitable for wheelchairs, with views of jutting peaks and the western plains. Gurianawa track (less than 1-km return loop suitable for wheelchairs} leads down to Spirey Creek and provides good views of the old volcanoes, Siding Spring Observatory and flats. Walking tracks vary widely in grade and length - several are easy and well formed while others are steep and rough.
The volcanic cliffs are popular for rock climbing {not permitted on The Bread-knife; you'll need a permit elsewhere). Discovery walks, talks and tours are available in spring and autumn school holidays or to groups on request; these include walks to Tara Cave with a local Aboriginal guide, spotlight night walks and children's activities.
Camping is available at Camp Blackman (facilities include hot showers), Pincham (backpack camping} and several other sites. Book for large groups (phone 6825 4364). There are wheelchair-accessible toilets at Camp Blackman, Split Rock, the Woolshed and Canyon picnic area. Groups can hire the Woolshed for undercover camping; call the visitor centre for details.
Access 35 km west of Coonabarabran on John Renshaw Parkway, or 80 km north-east of Gilgandra via Gumin Road (partly unsealed}. Vehicle entry fee applies. WALK IN ONLY : This walk-in campground is located at the junction of the Bluff Mountain Trail and Western High Tops between The Grand High Tops and Mount Exmouth. It's a long walk from the carpark.
Getting there: From Coonabarabran travel along John Renshaw Parkway. Park at Pincham carpark; it's a sealed road to the carpark
Water supply: There is no water available at this campsite; you will need to carry water from Balor Hut, Burbie Spring or from the beginning of the walk.
Bookings: Campers must register their locations at the Warrumbungle National Park Visitor Centre.
REGION: > NSW > Regional NSW > Central West Slopes > Warrumbungle National Park
Western High Tops Trk - N
Warrumbungle National Park NSW 2357
P: 02 68254364
GPS:-31.330594,148.982483
GPS:S31 19 50,E148 58 56
GPS:S31 19.8356,E148 58.949
