Powder Magazine walking track

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Powder Magazine walking track
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Arakoon National Park

1 current alert · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 7:05 pm

  • Elsewhere in the parkClosed areasUntil 30 Oct 2026

    Area permanently closed - Mermaid Pools

    Access to Mermaid Pools is permanently closed including for swimming. Sudden large swells and tides create major waves that wash over the rocks and pools.

    Do not access this area. The severe conditions at this site have caused a number of significant injuries and deaths in the past.

    Mermaid Pools have never been a designated visitor site due to the extreme nature of the surf and tides at this location. There is no approved public access walking track to Mermaid Pools.

    For further information call the NPWS Verges Creek area office on 02 6561 6700.

About

Powder Magazine track is an excellent short walk to the historic powder magazines on the headland at Arakoon National Park on the North Coast.  Only one of the constructions still stands, but you can still admire the work of early Australian stone masons and whilst taking in the inspiring views. Detouring from the easy Monument Hill walking track, the track leads through casuarinas, banksias and craggy old bloodwoods. Crossing small brides through moist gullies of tea tree and palms, you’ll catch glimpses of Trial Bay and perhaps a majestic sea-eagle cruising the coast. The medium track meanders through a patch of cool rainforest with large glossy vines before meeting up with the Bridle trail. Cool off with a refreshing swim at Trial Bay or enjoy a refreshing drink at Trial Bay Restaurant.

The walk at a glance

Arakoon National Park · North Coast

Powder Magazine walking track is a short walk near Trial Bay, in Arakoon National Park, offering scenic views and historic heritage.

Difficulty
Grade 3 · Moderate
Distance
1.1km one-way
Time
30min - 1hr
Accessibility
Hard

What to bring

  • Drinking water
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

Plan your walk

Access, facilities and practical details.

Frequently asked questions

7 questions

Get in touch

Park office

02 6566 6168

Where you'll be

Cardwell Street

South West Rocks NSW 2431