Bungonia National Park

Attraction
Aerial view of the Lookdown lookout, Bungonia National Park. Photo: John Spencer © DCCEEW
People set out for a walk from Bungonia campground, Bungonia National Park. Photo: John Spencer
Two visitors look down into the bush and cliff face at Adams lookout and picnic area, Bungonia
Four visitors walk through the lush Green track, Bungonia National Park. Photo: John Spencer ©
Aerial view of visitors on the Lookdown lookout, taking in the grey cliffs, woodland ravines and the
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Bungonia National Park

2 current alerts · 1 upcoming · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 1:05 am

  • Safety alerts

    Bungonia Gorge - Occasional high water

    Whilst there is continuing rainfall periodically in Bungonia National Park, the Bungonia Creek water level may at times be higher than normal.

    If you're planning to undertake the Red walking track or any activities within Bungonia Gorge, please assess water levels before continuing through the Bungonia Slot Canyon. If in doubt, turn back. Do not enter flood waters. Report conditions via the park register book on-site.

About

Whether you're looking to do an easy walk through woodland or wanting to push your body to the limits scaling a wall of limestone, Bungonia National Park is the place to visit. Known as the adventure capital of the Southern Tablelands, what at first appears to be a dry plateau quickly opens itself up to reveal a diverse and dynamic landscape filled with natural surprises.

Drop into our park office when you arrive to decide where you'd like to start exploring. 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? Or come prepared to tackle something really challenging, like abseiling, rock climbing, canyoning, or caving one of the 200 or so wild' caves. You need to be experienced and have your own equipment.

The area at a glance

Bungonia State Conservation Area

Bungonia National Park, in easy reach of Canberra, is an outdoor adventure playground offering caving, canyoning, rock climbing, abseiling, hiking and impressive views.

Whether you’re looking to do an easy walk through woodland or wanting to push your body to the limits scaling a wall of limestone, Bungonia National Park is the place to visit. Known as the adventure capital of the Southern Tablelands, what at first appears to be a dry plateau quickly opens itself up to reveal a diverse and dynamic landscape filled with natural surprises.

Drop into our park office when you arrive to decide where you’d like to start exploring. 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? Or come prepared to tackle something really challenging, like abseiling, rock climbing, canyoning, or caving one of the 200 or so ‘wild’ caves. You need to be experienced and have your own equipment.

Lookouts
2
Walks
2
Campgrounds
1
Picnic areas
1

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Enjoy bushwalking in the comfortable temperatures of this time of year when the wildflowers are at their finest. Late in the season, the stands of brittle gum become extremely photogenic as their white trunks turn pink.

Autumn

After the heat of summer has subsided, take advantage of the milder weather for hiking in the park.

Winter

Deeper exploration of caves is possible when their carbon dioxide levels reduce in winter as the warm air from within rises and the caves ‘breathe'.

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

4 places

Campgrounds (1)

Walks in this area

2 walks
  • Molly O'Neill nature track

    Grade 2 · Easy · 0.3km one-way · 15 - 45min

Frequently asked questions

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Before you go

Opening

Usually open · check alerts

Vehicle entry

$8 per vehicle per day

Nearby towns

Goulburn (35 km) · Bundanoon (62 km) · Bowral (77 km)

Get in touch

Bungonia office

02 4887 8244npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au

838 The Lookdown Road, Bungonia NSW 2580

Some weekends and peak holiday periods only

Where you'll be

Bungonia NSW 2580