Getting Outdoors

NSW National Parks

When we spend so much time indoors or stuck in front of the computer screen, there's nothing like stepping outside into the wilderness, we live in such a beautiful and ecologically diverse country that the sky is the limit on what you can do. From bush walking to paragliding, kayaking to skiing we have the lot in NSW. Wollondilly and the surrounding areas do not go against that, within one hour of Picton you have access to some of NSW best National Parks and activity centers.

Nattai Conservation Area

The Nattai conservation area and Burragorang lookout is situated 25 minutes from Picton and a perfect spot for a picnic. steeped in history and heritage the Burragorang Lookout has magnificent views over Lake Burragorang, which is the main contributor of Water for the Sydney and greater area.   

Dharawal National Park

Dharawal was proclaimed a national park in 2012 following significant community involvement. Previously, it operated as a state conservation area and, before this, a water catchment area managed by Sydney Water. Seventy years of restricted public access has kept the area largely undisturbed, so pristine surroundings await you on your visit.  Prepare to be awed by the beautiful dense vegetation and rugged Hawkesbury sandstone that dominates the park's landscape. Set off on a bushwalk to discover eucalypt and shale forests, stunted woodlands and windswept heath. Explore further to find patches of rainforest and extensive sedgeland amongst the scenic terrain.

Bargo River State Conservation Area

Bargo River State Conservation Area protects a section of the upper Bargo River catchment in the Southern Highlands of NSW. The Bargo River drains into the Hawkesbury-Nepean system. The geography is rugged dissected Hawkesbury Sandstone, with open forest and woodland being the primary vegetation communities, although at Cave Creek there is a small section of Warm Temperate Rain Forest. There are a number of significant species of flora and fauna, some which are rare and threatened. Recreational activities include bushwalking, mountain bike riding and picnicking at the Cave Creek day-use area. A short bushwalking track leads from the day-use area to a sandstone cave through which a stream runs, exiting into a shallow gorge clothed in rainforest.

*You should always check https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au for current safety information and closures before setting out on a trip, and remember, stay safe -  COPYRIGHT NSW NPWS