Nattai National Park

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Nattai National Park
Nattai National Park
Nattai National Park
Nattai National Park
Nattai National Park
Nattai National Park
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Nattai National Park

4 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 12:05 am

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  • Fire bansUntil 31 Mar 2027

    Park Fire Ban - Hawkesbury-Nattai 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 in the following reserves:

    • Yellomundee Regional Park

      • Shaws Creek Aboriginal Place

    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

Nattai National Park has plenty of astonishing beauty on offer, including Nattai River, the dominant Hawkesbury sandstone cliffs, and the inspiring views out over the park from Mount Jellore.

Throughout the park, you’ll spot a large variety of animals, like wallaroos, emus, wallabies, eastern grey kangaroos, wombats, and dingos. There are also over 160 species of birds in the area, including some truly magnificent owls and birds of prey. Keep your eyes open for platypus in the river and squirrel gliders or koalas in the trees.

You can enjoy rugged hiking in an amazing setting of giant, craggy sandstone cliffs and unspoilt bushland nestled amidst the peace and tranquillity of the valley. Try Starlight’s trail or Couridjah Corridor walk. There’s also a remote campground by the Nattai River known as Emitts Flat, which can be found at the end of Starlight’s trail.

The park at a glance

Head to Nattai National Park for bushwalking or backpack camping in a remote wilderness setting not far from Oakdale and Mittagong, and an easy drive from Sydney.

Nattai National Park has plenty of astonishing beauty on offer, including Nattai River, the dominant Hawkesbury sandstone cliffs, and the inspiring views out over the park from Mount Jellore.

Throughout the park, you’ll spot a large variety of animals, like wallaroos, emus, wallabies, eastern grey kangaroos, wombats, and dingos. There are also over 160 species of birds in the area, including some truly magnificent owls and birds of prey. Keep your eyes open for platypus in the river and squirrel gliders or koalas in the trees.

You can enjoy rugged hiking in an amazing setting of giant, craggy sandstone cliffs and unspoilt bushland nestled amidst the peace and tranquillity of the valley. Try Starlight’s trail or Couridjah Corridor walk. There’s also a remote campground by the Nattai River known as Emitts Flat, which can be found at the end of Starlight’s trail.

Walks
2
Lookouts
1

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Enjoy the incredible array of wildflowers as you explore the park in the mild weather.

Autumn

Mild weather and misty mornings; a great time to explore some of the longer hikes in the park, including Starlight's trail and Couridjah Corridor walk.

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

1 places

Lookouts (1)

Walks in this park

2 walks

Frequently asked questions

6 questions

Reviews & Ratings

Noorullah Khan

Noorullah Khan

Google review

Went there for some 4x4 it was amazing. Amazing views definately unmatched. The 4x4 experience wasn't too bad either. We took wombeyan caves road from Mittagong and exited it on Taralga Road. Very good 4x4 experience. Not too difficult, but we did it during rain so there were many water puddles and the creek crossings had some water flowing over them. Some parts of the trail were quite challenging and the ground was erupted. Definitely need a 4x4 (no sedans or AWDs) and need decent ground clearance as ruts can get pretty deep. You prolly couldn't do it in something like a Rav 4, but in a Fortuner it should be easy. Still it requires driver skill and experience as on one side is a cliff and other is a mountain. The track and variables sometimes force you to go too close to cliff or tilt your car a lot. I'd 100% recommend to those with a 4x4 to explore the whole road.

Before you go

Opening

Usually open · check alerts

Nearby towns

Mittagong (35 km) · Bowral (39 km) · Picton (42 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

Hawkesbury-Nattai office

02 4720 6200npws.hawkesburynattai@environment.nsw.gov.au

68 Bruce Road, Glenbrook NSW 2773

9am to 4pm Monday to Friday; Glenbrook entry station is only open on weekends, public holidays and school holidays

Where you'll be

Wattle Ridge NSW 2575

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