The park has a rich history of Aborignal occupation and more recently forestry operation. Today it conserves a diversity of plants and animals including a number of threatened species and endangered ecological communities. Enjoy a picnic at Astills Picnic Area and explore the Kurri Sand Swamp Woodland. A great way to see the park is by bicycle. One of the best routes is to depart from the picnic area, cycle north along Deadmans Trail and then return to the picnic area via Gibsons Road. The Forestry... Read more

Brisbane Water National Park is set in over 12,000 ha of rugged sandstone country. Bordering the Hawkesbury River the park provides magnificent views of the river, Brisbane Water and Broken Bay. Fabulous wildflower displays from late winter to early spring are one of the features of the park. You may see a diverse range of native animals, including threatened species such as spotted tailed quolls and koalas that find refuge in the park. This sandstone country has an extensive array of Aboriginal... Read more