Bangadilly National Park

Bangadilly National Park is a nature reserve in the Southern Highlands that stretches across sandstone plateaus and gorges along the Wingecarribee River. The terrain contains nine different vegetation communities and offers varied landscapes for visitors to explore.

The reserve was established in 2001 by the New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service to protect the region's natural ecosystems. This creation was part of a broader effort to safeguard Southern Highlands landscapes for future generations.

The park draws nature enthusiasts who come to observe native animal and plant species in their natural habitat. Visitors can watch how different eucalyptus species and other vegetation coexist and shape the local ecosystem.

Access is limited as the entry station opens only on weekends, public holidays, and during school holidays. Visitors should plan their trip in advance and take these opening times into account.

The Mount Penang loop walk passes through forests with gray gums, silvertop ash, and blue-leaved stringybark trees that form natural corridors. This trail showcases the region's typical forest structure on a leisurely walking route.