Cambridge Plateau picnic area

Attraction
Cambridge Plateau Picnic Area, Richmond Range National Park. Photo: J Atkins/NSW Government
Carpet Python, Richmond Range National Park. Photo: N Gambold/NSW Government
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Richmond Range National Park

1 current alert · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 11:05 pm

  • Safety alertsUntil 30 June 2027

    Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive - 2WD access dry weather only north of picnic area

    Cambridge Plateau Forest Drive access is limited to dry weather only for 2WD vehicles from Cambridge Picnic Area north to Peacock Creek Road.

    All drivers to use caution when travelling north of the picnic area during and following wet weather.

    We apologies for any inconvenience. For more information, contact the Kyogle NPWS office on 02 6632 0000 or npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au.

About

Cambridge Plateau picnic area is in the southern precinct of Richmond Range National Park and offers comfortable, well-maintained facilities for those looking for a place to rest after exploring the park. On a ridge nestled among towering tallowwood and flooded gums, the picnic area enjoys majestic scenic views over forests that stretch toward the Richmond valley. Keep your camera ready - long-nosed potoroos like to wriggle through at the edge of the bush, or you may receive a visit from a yellow-bellied glider or brush-tail possum at night.

Culmaran Valley walking track also begins here, rising toward the head of the valley, where outlooks continue for miles across to the east of Wollumbin and Nightcap national parks.

The Culmaran loop trail is also accessible nearby for those who prefer an easy walk through tall, healthy, dry woodlands at the edge of nearby World Heritage rainforest.

Richmond Range National Park · North Coast

Cambridge Plateau picnic area, close to Casino and Kyogle, is an idyllic spot for picnicking that’s also great for birdwatching.

Accessibility
Medium

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water

Plan your visit

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Frequently asked questions

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Get in touch

Kyogle office

02 6632 0000npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

136 Summerland Way, Kyogle NSW 2474

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Cambridge Plateau NSW 2469

Hours

Open 24 hours