Ngambaa Nature Reserve

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Walking track, Ngambaa Nature Reserve. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPIE
Cedar Park picnic area, Ngambaa Nature Reserve. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPIE
Cedar Park picnic area, Ngambaa Nature Reserve. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPIE
Cedar Park picnic area, Ngambaa Nature Reserve. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPIE
Tamban Forest drive, Ngambaa Nature Reserve. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPIE
Stockyard Creek and surrounding forrest, Ngambaa Nature Reserve. Photo: Robert Cleary © DPIE
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Ngambaa Nature Reserve

1 current alert · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 2:05 pm

  • Closed areas

    Ngambaa Feral Predator Free Area - Closed Roads

    Construction is complete on the Ngambaa Feral Predator-Free Area which has necessitated the closure of roads in the reserve for visitor safety.

    Cedar Park picnic area will remain open and available for visitor access.

    The following roads are subject to permanent closure as part of the construction and operation of the feral predator free area:

    • Wittigs Road
    • parts of Stockyard Creek Road
    • Seams Road
    • Jacks Road
    • Buds Crossing Road

    Construction works were completed in August and the 23k of fencing is complete.

    Construction works have included:

    • clearing the fence corridor
    • building the fence
    • installing bridge and culvert crossings.

    Closed areas: Closed for ground pest control operations

    Pest animal control shooting operations will also occur in these areas

    Shooting operations will occur on select nights throughout this period. The operations will run from sunset to sunrise in areas that are closed for public access.

    Information regarding the project can be obtained via the following link: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/parks-reserves-and-protected-areas/park-management/return-of-threatened-and-declining-species/ngambaa-feral-predator-free-area

    For further information please contact the NPWS Coffs Coast area office on 02 6652 0900

About

Of shared significance to the Aboriginal Dunghutti, Ngambaa and Gumbaynggirr People, Ngambaa Nature Reserve combines rich cultural heritage with a stunning rainforest environment. The coastal foothills are thick with old-growth grey gums, while red cedars sprout near tranquil creeks. There are broad dry open ridges and deep wet forests occupied by glossy black cockatoos. Indeed, the great diversity of trees makes Ngambaa a key habitat for flying animals, including the threatened powerful owl and yellow-bellied gliders.

Ngambaa may be remote, but its solitude will appeal to a certain type of traveller. Self-sufficient hikers will find much ground to chart, birdwatching enthusiasts will be in paradise, and those who enjoy car touring will appreciate the generous network of quiet roadways that thread through the area. There are places to cool down and unwind in the shade, and wood barbecues perfect for long lunches.

Keep your eyes peeled. With koalas and giant barred frogs living in the area, you never know what you might see in Ngambaa Nature Reserve.

The park at a glance

Ngambaa Nature Reserve offers a retreat for animals and people alike, with areas of old-growth forest perfect for car touring, bushwalking, birdwatching, a family picnic and barbecue.

Of shared significance to the Aboriginal Dunghutti, Ngambaa and Gumbaynggirr People, Ngambaa Nature Reserve combines rich cultural heritage with a stunning rainforest environment. The coastal foothills are thick with old-growth grey gums, while red cedars sprout near tranquil creeks. There are broad dry open ridges and deep wet forests occupied by glossy black cockatoos. Indeed, the great diversity of trees makes Ngambaa a key habitat for flying animals, including the threatened powerful owl and yellow-bellied gliders.

Ngambaa may be remote, but its solitude will appeal to a certain type of traveller. Self-sufficient hikers will find much ground to chart, birdwatching enthusiasts will be in paradise, and those who enjoy car touring will appreciate the generous network of quiet roadways that thread through the area. There are places to cool down and unwind in the shade, and wood barbecues perfect for long lunches.

Keep your eyes peeled. With koalas and giant barred frogs living in the area, you never know what you might see in Ngambaa Nature Reserve.

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Best times to visit

Spring

Take a scenic drive through the reserve, keeping an eye out for wildflowers.

Summer

Have a barbecue at Cedar Park picnic area, cooling your feet in Stockyard Creek.

Autumn

Take binoculars in the short walk from Cedar Park picnic area, keeping your eyes open for native birds and koalas.

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Before you go

Opening

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Nearby towns

Macksville (28 km) · South West Rocks (44 km) · Kempsey (49 km)

Get in touch

Coffs Harbour office

02 6652 0900npws.coffscoast@environment.nsw.gov.au

4/32 Edgar St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Allgomera NSW 2441