Sandstone Caves walking track
Pilliga Nature Reserve
Overview
Take a short walk along Sandstone Caves walking track to see ancient Aboriginal rock art in Pilliga Nature Reserve, located near Coonabarabran and Baradine.
- Where
- Pilliga Nature Reserve in Country NSW
- Distance
- 1.7km loop
- Time suggested
- 1hr - 1hr 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- What to
bring - Hat, sunscreen, drinking water
- Please note
- Photography is permitted, however visitors are requested not to use flash photography.
- It’s a good idea to check road conditions before setting out. Contact Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre for up-to-date information.
Walk in the footsteps of the Gamilaraay People along the short Sandstone Caves walking track in Pilliga Nature Reserve. You’ll pass through scenic forest to the impressive sandstone hills which contain ancient Aboriginal rock engravings. Take some time to read over the interpretive signage a deeper insight into this special place.
This is a special place for the Gamilaraay People. Please be respectful when visiting the area and refrain from touching the rock art and engravings.
Learn more about Pilliga Nature Reserve and Pilliga National Park.
Also see
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Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre
The Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre is the best place for visitors and tourists to collect information about the Pilliga Forest before setting off on their adventure.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://uat.nswparks.cloud/things-to-do/walking-tracks/sandstone-caves-walking-track/local-alerts
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in Pilliga Nature Reserve in the Country NSW region
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Sandstone Caves walking track.