Tapin Tops National Park

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Dingo Tops campground, Tapin Tops National Park. Photo: Kevin Carter/NSW Government
Potoroo Falls, Tapin Tops National Park. Photo: S.Calvin/NSW Government
Rowleys Rock lookout, Tapin Tops National Park. Photo: Kevin Carter/NSW Government
Dingo Tops campground, Tapin Tops National Park. Photo: Kevin Carter/NSW Government
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Tapin Tops National Park

1 current alert · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 11:05 am

  • Closed areas

    Flood effected areas within Tapin Tops National Park

    The following areas within Tapin Tops National Park are closed due to flood impacts;

    • Potoroo Falls (including Potoroo Road)

    For further information, please contact NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on (02) 6591 0300

About

Scenic lookouts such as Rowleys Rock lookout provide astounding panoramic views out across Taree and the ocean beyond. Wander through the park's subtropical rainforest and old growth eucalypt trees with its richly diverse plant and animal habitat, which dingoes and other interesting native species call home.

Mountain Brush circuit offers an easy, yet rewarding, stroll through the rainforest. Potoroo Falls walk is a fun, easy walk that involves a bit of rock jumping along a creek down to the falls and their swimming waterhole. If you're in the mood for something a little more strenuous, hike up to the top of Rowleys Rock for incredible mountain views.

Dingo Tops campground is the perfect place to base yourself if you're exploring the park for more than a day-trip.

The park at a glance

A few hours drive north of Sydney, Tapin Tops National Park lies on a spectacular section of the Great Eastern Escarpment, high up in the mountains just northwest of Wingham.

Scenic lookouts such as Rowleys Rock lookout provide astounding panoramic views out across Taree and the ocean beyond. Wander through the park’s subtropical rainforest and old growth eucalypt trees with its richly diverse plant and animal habitat, which dingoes and other interesting native species call home.

Mountain Brush circuit offers an easy, yet rewarding, stroll through the rainforest. Potoroo Falls walk is a fun, easy walk that involves a bit of rock jumping along a creek down to the falls and their swimming waterhole. If you’re in the mood for something a little more strenuous, hike up to the top of Rowleys Rock for incredible mountain views.

Dingo Tops campground is the perfect place to base yourself if you're exploring the park for more than a day-trip.

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Campgrounds
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Picnic areas
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Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Enjoy the fresh young growth and newborn animals on walks to the spectacular Rowleys Rock lookout with its panoramic views, or wandering through the rainforest along Potaroo Falls walk or Mountain Brush circuit.

Summer

Escape the heat and humidity of the coast and go swimming at the lovely Potoroo Falls, or enjoy the fresh mountain air at Dingo Tops campground.

Autumn

The autumn colours in Dingo Tops campground are nothing short of spectacular in autumn, making it a perfect spot for a picnic or a stroll on a crisp, clear day.

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

3 places

Campgrounds (1)

Walks in this park

2 walks
  • Mountain Brush circuit

    Grade 3 · Moderate · 0.3km loop · 15 - 30min

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Before you go

Opening

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Nearby towns

Wingham (35 km) · Taree (47 km) · Gloucester (98 km)

Get in touch

Taree office

02 6552 4097npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au

78 Hargreaves Drive, Taree NSW 2430

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Dingo Forest NSW 2429