The red track at Bungonia National Park is rated as a level 5 walking track. Although only listed as 3.5 kilometres, there are extremely steep descents and ascents, and once on the gorge floor, you have to climb over and through huge limestone boulders.
How much does it cost to go to Bungonia National Park?
Bungonia National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to high fire danger, or park operations. It’s a good idea to ring the office for current information. Park entry fees: $8 per vehicle per day. Daily fees can be paid at the ticket machines at the park office.
How far is Bungonia National Park from Tarrago?
From Tarrago, follow the road signs to the town of Bungonia, and drive through the town where you will see a turn-off (signposted) to the right, which takes you to Bungonia National Park – it’s only 10 kilometres from the town to the park entrance). Total distance was just over 112 kilometres and took us 1 hour 30 minutes.
Can you see Bungonia Slot Canyon from Adams Lookout?
It’s only a short walk on Molly O’Neil track to The Lookdown lookout, and the scenic view of Bungonia Slot Canyon from Adams lookout is equally awe-inspiring. What about packing a picnic lunch and doing a day’s hiking through the breathtaking canyon you’ve just seen from above?
How long does it take to walk around Bungonia?
Longer walks include the Red Track which provides a spectacular 4-5 hr walk through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. When setting out on the longer walks, leave early in the day in order to ensure a safe return before nightfall. Rock climbing, canyoning, canoeing, abseiling and picnicking are other activities enjoyed at Bungonia.
Where is basebungonia National Park?
Bungonia National Park is without a doubt one of those gems that is still unknown to many. Located in country NSW close to the inland city of Goulburn, 90 minutes from the outskirts of Canberra, and not much further from the southern outskirts of Sydney.
How difficult is the walk to the red track?
The Red Track which takes you down into the bottom of the gorge itself is unique in that as a walk under 6 km long, and it’s also a grade 5. What this means is this walk is about as difficult as it gets. So much so the park service has issued a number of warnings about who should do this walk and the level of experience required.
