Apsley Gorge Rim Walking Track

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Apsley Gorge. Photo: Gerhard Koetner
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Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

3 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 2:05 pm

  • Elsewhere in the parkClosed areasUntil 31 Jan 2027

    Dangars Gorge closed for precinct upgrade

    The Dangars Gorge precinct in Oxley Wild Rivers NP is strictly closed while visitor facilities are being upgraded. The areas that will be closed include:

    • Dangars Gorge Campground
    • Dangars Falls Picnic Area
    • Dangars Falls lookouts
    • McDirtys walking track
    • Sailsbury Waters walking track

    Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local Armidale NPWS office (02 6738 9100).

    NPWS will be making improvements to the campground, walking tracks and signage upgrades as well as installing a new pedestrian bridge.

    During this time, visitors to Oxley Wild Rivers NP can still access other visitor precincts, such as Long Point, Gara Gorge, Wollomombi Falls, and for the more adventurous, Riverside or Halls Peak. Please note that access to Riverside and Halls Peak requires an access permit and a low-range 4WD vehicle. More information can be found on the NPWS website https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/

About

The Apsley Gorge Rim walking track packs a lot of scenic views into one short walk. With waterfalls and rugged ravines, you’ll be spoilt for scenic views of this dramatic falls country in the Northern Tablelands.

Perfect for wildlife and birdwatching, look for brush-tailed rock wallabies as you gaze across upper Apsley Gorge. Circling above, you may be lucky and see a wedge-tailed eagle cruising the thermals or even a peregrine falcon nesting on the distant rocky outcrops.

Head back for lunch at the Apsley Falls picnic area, before getting back on the road. If you’re in no hurry, you can stay overnight at the Apsley Falls campground.

Oxley Wild Rivers National Park · North Coast · Country NSW

Scenic lookouts and waterfalls make the Apsley Gorge Rim walking track an ideal short walk for wildlife and birdwatching in the Northern Tablelands.

Difficulty
Grade 2 · Easy
Distance
1.2km loop
Time
30min - 1hr
Accessibility
Hard

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water

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Frequently asked questions

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This is the start of the Apsley Gorge technical canyon descent. You can watch a movie on Youtube, search YouTube Apsley Gorge Canyon

Get in touch

Park office

02 6777 4700

Where you'll be

Apsley Falls Road

Walcha NSW 2354