Wingham Brush Nature Reserve

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Wingham Brush Nature Reserve. Photo: NSW Government
Wingham Brush Nature Reserve, grey headed flying fox. Photo: NSW Government
Wingham Brush Nature Reserve, fuzzy grub. Photo: NSW Government
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Wingham Brush Nature Reserve

1 current alert · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 8:05 am

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  • Closed areasUntil 30 Nov 2026

    Bat Loop Closure

    Part of the Wingham Brush Boardwalk - Bat loop is temporarily closed till early December due to pupping season. Please be mindful of excessive noise during this period.

About

Located beside Manning River, just near Taree on the Mid North Coast, you'll find an oasis of subtropical lowland rainforest at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve. It provides a fantastic day trip and excursion for the whole family.

Also known as The Brush', this reserve preserves one of only a few remnants of this rare rainforest type in Australia, and is a significant roosting and maternity site for the vulnerable grey-headed flying-fox. Stand under the canopy and you'll see hundreds of flying-foxes hanging above you.

Wander along the wheelchair-accessible boardwalk and follow easy walking tracks to discover the vibrant life under the canopy. There are great opportunities for photography and birdwatching, and lovely places to picnic by the river nearby. Don't miss the spectacular show at sunset, when all those flying foxes glide overhead in search of food.

The park at a glance

Wingham Brush Nature Reserve near Taree on the Mid-North Coast, makes a great family day trip or school excursion. See grey-headed flying-foxes, enjoy birdwatching and easy walking in the rainforest.

Located beside Manning River, just near Taree on the Mid North Coast, you’ll find an oasis of subtropical lowland rainforest at Wingham Brush Nature Reserve. It provides a fantastic day trip and excursion for the whole family.

Also known as ‘The Brush’, this reserve preserves one of only a few remnants of this rare rainforest type in Australia, and is a significant roosting and maternity site for the vulnerable grey-headed flying-fox. Stand under the canopy and you’ll see hundreds of flying-foxes hanging above you.

Wander along the wheelchair-accessible boardwalk and follow easy walking tracks to discover the vibrant life under the canopy. There are great opportunities for photography and birdwatching, and lovely places to picnic by the river nearby. Don’t miss the spectacular show at sunset, when all those flying foxes glide overhead in search of food.

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Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Wander through the rainforest by day, then, on the banks of the river at sunset, watch the spectacular sight of flying foxes flying out in search of food.

Summer

Escape the holiday crowds, enjoy cooler temperatures under the rainforest canopy and see grey-headed flying foxes when breeding reaches its peak.

Autumn

Enjoy the peaceful ambience and see the beautiful autumn colours on the leaves of the white cedars as you wander along the boardwalk.

Winter

Keep your eyes out for seasonal altitudinal migrants, such as fruit pigeons, bowerbirds and bats foraging in the rainforest.

Walks in this park

1 walk

Plants and animals

1 species

Animals

  • Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus)

Protected species listed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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Before you go

Opening

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Nearby towns

Wingham (1 km) · Taree (13 km) · Forster (46 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

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

Wingham NSW 2429

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