Gundabooka National Park
About the National Park
The Gundabooka National Park is a protected national park in the north-west region of New South Wales, in eastern Australia. The 60 000- odd -hectare national park is located approximately 800 kilometres northwest of Sydney out deep in the Aussie outback country. The nearest town is Bourke which isn’t for another 70km.
History and Heritage
Though discovered in 1829, the Gunderbooka range wasn’t used until the late 1800s. The range was included in neighbouring sheep stations which were then subdivided after World War I. Today, three of these smaller stations – Ben Lomond, Belah and Mulgowan – make up Gundabooka National Park.
Places to stay
There are many accommodation options in the National Park including; Homesteads and shearer’s quarters which are a great place for authentic experiences. There is a great range of accommodation from camping, to 5 star options, catering for everyone’s needs.
Things to do
Attractions in the park include walks which explore indigenous sites and remnants from the days when the park was sheep stations. These range from short walks around the camping areas and an indigenous rock-art site, to a strenuous hike to the summit of Mt Gunderabooka. These walks are a great opportunity to see the native wildlife.