Wambelong Nature Circuit

Starting from the Canyon picnic area off John Renshaw Parkway, Warrumbungle, this walk takes you on a circuit in the central section of Warrumbungle National Park. A lovely short trail that offers you a tranquil experience, this circuit lets you view some ancient rock formations and spires along with many animals. Kangaroos, emus and koalas reside in the area as well as red-winged parrots and brown falcons. Take your time and enjoy the landscape, and maybe finish your journey with a nice picnic at the Canyon picnic area. Sheltered picnic tables and BBQs are present. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Safer Bushwalks Tips on staying safe on track
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.

Getting There Transport options and directions

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Track Notes Turn by turn instructions & maps

Turn map	Directions & comments
	Start heading along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 120 m turn right, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 75 m continue straight, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 180 m (at the intersection of Wambelong Nature Trail & Blackman Trail) continue straight, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail. After another 20 m cross the ford. After another 270 m continue straight, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 30 m continue straight, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail. After another 280 m continue straight, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 190 m continue straight, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 95 m veer right, to head along Wambelong Nature Trail.
	After another 120 m come to the end.

Terrain Know the Hills, grading & facilities

Wambelong Nature Circuit

Grading

	Class 3/6 Moderate track
Length	1.4 km
Time	30 min to 1 h

Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
Signage	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)
Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)

Weather & Alerts Check forecasts & closures
Weather Forecast
- Coonabarabran Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon
  
  Monday 7 July
  
  Clear.
  
  Mostly clear. Light winds.
  
  Tuesday 8 July
  
  -1°C → 15°C
  Morning frost. Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Areas of frost and the chance of fog in the north in the early morning. Slight chance of a shower on the southern plains, near zero chance elsewhere. Light winds becoming north to northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h in the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 1 and 4 with daytime temperatures reaching between 15 and 19.
  
  UV Alert: Sun protection not recommended, UV Index predicted to reach 2 [Low]
  
  Wednesday 9 July
  
  1°C → 18°C
  Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. The chance of morning frost on the southern slopes. Slight chance of a shower on the southern plains, most likely at night. Near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Light winds becoming north to northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h in the middle of the day. Overnight temperatures falling to between 2 and 5 with daytime temperatures reaching between 15 and 21.
  
  Thursday 10 July
  
  3°C → 13°C
  Partly cloudy.
  30% chance of rain
  0 → 1mm
  
  Cloudy. High chance of showers in the south, slight chance elsewhere. Snow falling above 900 metres. Winds northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h turning westerly 25 to 40 km/h during the morning then decreasing to 20 to 30 km/h during the afternoon. Overnight temperatures falling to around 6 with daytime temperatures reaching between 11 and 17.
  
  Friday 11 July
  
  0°C → 13°C
  Morning frost. Partly cloudy.
  10% chance of rain
  
  Partly cloudy. Areas of morning frost on the southern plains. Slight chance of a shower in the south, near zero chance elsewhere. Winds westerly 15 to 25 km/h turning southwesterly during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to around 2 with daytime temperatures reaching between 12 and 17.
  
  Saturday 12 July
  
  0°C → 16°C
  Morning frost. Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Morning frost. Mostly sunny.
  
  Sunday 13 July
  
  -2°C → 16°C
  Morning frost. Mostly sunny.
  5% chance of rain
  
  Morning frost. Mostly sunny.
  
  Monday 14 July
  
  0°C → 16°C
  Morning frost. Partly cloudy.
  20% chance of rain
  
  Morning frost. Partly cloudy.
  
  Forecast data thanks to © Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Alerts
- Warrumbungle National Park alerts
  Other planned events: Notice of 1080 aerial and ground baiting program
  NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service carries out ongoing 1080 ground baiting in Warrumbungle National Park for the control of foxes. Meat baits and canid pest ejectors containing 1080 sodium fluoroacetate poison are laid in the Park. In addition to this, an aerial baiting program is also carried out periodically to reach inaccessible areas also north of Timor Road/John Renshaw Parkway.
  All baiting locations will be identifiable by signs.
  Domestic pets are not permitted in NSW national parks and reserves. Pets and working dogs may be affected, and 1080 is lethal to cats and dogs. Pets and working dogs must be restrained or muzzled in the vicinity and must not enter the baiting location. In the event of accidental poisoning seek immediate veterinary assistance.
  This program protects the endangered brush-tailed rock-wallaby. For more information, contact the NPWS Castlereagh area office on 6842 1311
  
  Alert kindly provided by © NSW Nataional Parks and Wildlife Service

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