Warrumbungle National Park

The Warrumbungle National Park spans 23,311 hectares of land, featuring volcanic formations, including The Breadknife, a 90-meter-high rock formation rising from the valley floor.

The park was officially established as a reserve in 1953, following a 1936 proposal to protect the natural features of the Warrumbungle Range.

The park holds significance for astronomical research and education as Australia's first International Dark Sky Park, designated in 2016 to preserve its clear night skies.

Four main camping areas require permits from the visitor center, with Camp Blackman offering powered sites, showers, and barbecue facilities for overnight stays.

The 2013 bushfire affected 80 percent of the park's area, leading to extensive reconstruction of facilities and regeneration of native plant communities.

Location: Gilgandra Shire Council

Operator: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Website: https://nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/Warrumbungle-National-Park

GPS coordinates: -31.24906,148.97028

Latest update: March 10, 2025 20:14