Howes Trail

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Howes trail, Yengo National Park. Photo: John Spencer
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Yengo National Park

3 current alerts · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 5:05 am

  • Fire bansUntil 31 Mar 2027

    Park Fire Ban - Wollemi-Yengo Reserves

    A park fire ban is in place in this park and remains in effect unless otherwise extended or removed. During park fire ban periods, all campfire and solid fuel (wood, heat beads, charcoal, briquettes, hexamine) barbecues and stoves are prohibited. Gas and electric barbecues and cookers are permitted as long as:

    • They're under direct control of an adult
    • The ground within 2m of the barbecue is cleared of all flammable materials
    • There's an adequate supply of water (minimum of a bucket)

    However the following campgrounds are exempt:

    Dharug National Park

    • Mill Creek Campground

    Mount Royal National Park

    • Youngville Campground

    Yengo National Park

    • Blue Gums Campground
    • Mountain Arm Campground
    • Yengo House
    • Finchley Campground
    • Mogo Campground

    If a Total Fire Ban is in place, different rules apply. Contact the local park office before bringing a gas or electric barbecue or cooker.
    Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information about fire bans in parks and reserves including your responsibilities, visit the NSW National Parks fire safety page.

About

Whether you’re keen to hit the road on a 4WD tour or explore nature at its best, scenic Howes trail offers an exhilarating day trip. Part of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, this beautiful car touring route traces the northern reaches of Yengo National Park, near Windsor.

The 30 kilometre driving route is also popular with motorbike and mountain bike riders. Howes trail is an easy 2.5 hour drive through open ironbark forests and for those interested in birdwatching. More than 200 species of birds call Yengo home, including raucous glossy black and gang gang cockatoos and the distinct call of the lyrebird.

Be sure to pack a picnic lunch and pull up along the road to enjoy the remote wilderness. If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of wombats or wallaroos darting through the bush.

The drive at a glance

Yengo National Park · Sydney and surrounds · North Coast

Drive through open forests along Howes trail, a must-do 4WD touring route in Yengo National Park.

Distance
30km one-way
Time
2hrs 30min

What to bring

  • Drinking water
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

Plan your drive

Access, facilities and practical details.

Frequently asked questions

5 questions

Get in touch

Bulga office

02 6574 5555npws.wollemiyengo@environment.nsw.gov.au

2156 Putty Road, Bulga NSW 2330

Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm

Where you'll be

Howes Trail Road

Howes Valley NSW 2330