
Burwood Trail

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Glenrock State Conservation Area
Checked 15 Oct 2026, 5:05 am
No current alerts or closures are published for Glenrock State Conservation Area.
About
From high on the escarpment, you can look down at historic Burwood Colliery. It was first excavated in the 19th century, around 1861. It’s now well-preserved and part of the State Heritage register. Listen for the call of bellbirds. Look for the male regent bowerbird, with its glossy black and bright yellow plumage. Echidnas can also been seen out foraging at dawn or dusk.
The trail begins on Scout Camp Road above the scout camp. You'll see the track entry opposite the water tank. Walkers can join Yuelarbah walking track at the western end of the track or the Leggy Point loop walking track at the eastern end, which also links to Glenrock Beach. Horse riders can also use this trail, which joins into a network of others in the park.
The walk at a glance
Glenrock State Conservation Area · North Coast
Burwood trail has a tranquil forest setting filled with spotted gum, ironbark and white mahogany trees. Situated in Glenrock State Conservation Area, near Newcastle, it’s the perfect walk for families, birdwatchers and history buffs.
- Difficulty
- Grade 4 · Hard
- Distance
- 1.5km return
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
What to bring
- Drinking water
- Hat
- Sunscreen
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Website
Visit websiteNewcastle office
02 4946 4100npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au1 Wetlands Place, Shortland NSW 2307
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Where you'll be
Scout Camp Road
Whitebridge NSW 2290









