11km walking track
Dharug National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about 11km walking track .
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
11km loop
Time
5 - 7hrs
Quality of markings
Sign posted
Experience required
Very experienced bushwalkers
Gradient
Very steep and difficult
Steps
No steps
Quality of path
Rough track, many obstacles
Getting there and parking
11km walking track is in the Dharug National Park. To get there:
- Travel along Wisemans Ferry Road to Mill Creek campground (20km from Spencer).
- Turn right into Mill Creek, where the track starts and ends at the picnic area.
Parking
Parking is available at Mill Creek picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Dharug National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The water has warmed up nicely by late summer so autumn is great for kayaking and canoeing along the Hawkesbury river.
Spring
The spring months are perfect for enjoying more strenuous activities in the park, like the longer walks and mountain bike riding. It's also the perfect time to see wildflowers.
Summer
Winter
The park is still stunning in winter and walking on sunny days is very pleasant. It can be cold at night so bring warm gear if you're camping.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
13°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
42.9°C
Winter temperature
Average
8°C and 18°C
Lowest recorded
-0.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February and March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
230.2mm
Facilities
Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Barbecue facilities
- Fire rings
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Carpark
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Maps and downloads
Permitted
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
Horses
Horse riding is permitted on specific trails in this park. You must remain on these trails at all times and ride in a way that meets the code of practice for horse riding in parks.
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
- Bulga office
- Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm.
- 02 6574 5555
- npws.wollemiyengo@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 2156 Putty Road, Bulga NSW 2330
Park info
- in Dharug National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Dharug National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.