Oxley Walking Track

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Oxley walk, Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. Photo: Gerhard Koertner
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Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

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

Official alerts
  • 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

If you love scenic views and wildlife, the easy Oxley walking track traces the northern rim of the Apsley Gorge. With waterfall views from every angle, it makes a perfect day outing or a great spot for a break on a road trip.

You’ll wander through cliff top woodlands of snow gums and New England stringybark before crossing the Apsley River; look for platypus paddling past or water dragons sunning themselves on the rocks.

Gazing over the dramatic gorge country from one of the four lookouts, keep your eyes peeled for brush-tailed rock wallabies, with their distinct white cheek stripe.

The view from Lower Falls lookout is not to be missed and a great spot for a break. When you’re ready for lunch there are great facilities at the Apsley Falls picnic area.

The walk at a glance

Part of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park

Oxley Wild Rivers National Park · North Coast · Country NSW

This medium walk combines lookouts and scenic waterfall views with great wildlife and birdwatching. It’s a great day trip in the New England area, just off the Oxley Highway.

Difficulty
Grade 3 · Moderate
Distance
2.8km return
Time
1hr - 1hr 30min
Accessibility
Medium

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water

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Park office

02 6738 9100

Where you'll be

Apsley Falls Road

Walcha NSW 2354

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