Mt Warning Rainforest Park (CP)

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Nestled in the rainforest, right at the foot of Mt Warning you’ll find Mt Warning Rainforest Park. The Park is the closest thing you’ll find to camping in the wilderness with the choice of a private Riverside Cabin or a night under the stars by your own camp fire.

Located within 1km from the famous Mount Warning, it is an ideal place to stay if you want to be up early and climb the mountain to see the first sunrise in Australia.

The park is well laid out with a variety of sites, and you are free to choose your site, (space permitting as weekends can be crowded) Powered sites are found either in a beautiful rainforest setting, suitable for tents and caravans, known as the ‘Wilderness Area’ (no dogs allowed) or in the main park which has a number of concrete slabs (dogs allowed). Each site in the wilderness area has its own fireplace.

Unpowered camp sites are also available in the wilderness area. The park has a number of grass sites each with its own fireplace. Camp along the river with an inspiring rainforest backdrop. Camp sites are 5.5m wide, maximum capacity allocated for one tent and one vehicle only.

There are also 7 fully self-contained cabins available should you wish to meet up with family and friends who don’t have a caravan. The park is well facilitated with a refreshing pool, games area, outdoor camp kitchen, and a small kiosk carrying the basics and free WiFi for those that really need it. It also has its own natural stream with small swimming holes ideal to cool off in on hot days. There is also a Bush Craft Gallery with local weaving and looming creations on display and for sale. On Sat mornings in Uki, grab yourself some fresh fruit and veges at the local farmers market or a bargain at the village markets held on the 3rd Sunday of every month.

HOW TO GET THERE
From the north, travel 10 km south of Tweed Heads on the Pacific Highway. Take the Murwillumbah exit. Travel through Murwillumbah turn left onto Riverview Street towards UKi. Travel a further 9 km (10 mins). Turn right onto Mount Warning Road. There is a tight right hand bend over a small bridge, but most size rigs will fit across OK.
We are then 1.6km on the left.

From the south, travel 4km north of Billinudgel on the Pacific Highway. Take the Murwillumbah (Tweed Valley Way) exit. Travel over the Burringbar Ranges then turn left to Stokers Siding. 50M before the Stokers Siding shops turn left onto Smith Creek Road to Uki. Travel 11 km to T- intersection then turn right to Murwillumbah. Travel 3km and turn onto Mount Warning Road (beware of the sharp hook turn into the road). We are 1.6 kms on the left.

SITE ACCESS
On arrival, please check in at the office.
Car parking is available in the car park beside the office.
Caravans, motorhomes etc, parking is best on the road in front of the office.

FEES & BOOKINGS
Unpowered camp sites are from $30/night for a couple.
Powered sites are from $35/night per couple. Additional person is $8.
Bookings are not essential, but it fills up quick on the weekends.
Cabins from $125 per couple per night
For details on any special deals available you may check their website, call or email via the details below.

THINGS TO DO
There are lots of things to do within the park and the surrounding area such as…

OKA Campouts.
Well know indigenous band OKA often play on the specially made stage in the Wilderness Area. The campouts are held several times throughout the year and span the weekend, with special camping packages available. Keep an eye out or inquire as to when the next event will be held.

The Bush Craft Gallery
The park itself is host to a local Bush Craft Gallery, where each Thursday local weavers loom creative designs. The Gallery is open to the public each Sunday, but you are welcome to participate in looming classes. If you are interested, please ring to arrange a class.

Swimming Holes
There is a small stream running alongside the wilderness area which is ideal for cooling off on hot summer days.

Climb Mt Warning / Wollumbin
Be the first in Australia to see the sunrise from the top of Mt Warning. The 8.8 km, five hour return walk through the rainforest, culminates in breathtaking 360 degree views around the ancient caldera with coastal views stretching from the Gold Coast to Byron Bay. The climb ends with a challenging rock scramble before reaching the summit, the perfect place to picnic before heading back down again.

The Lyrebird Track
Crosses Breakfast Creek before winding some 200m through palm forest to a platform set amongst the lush tropical rainforest. A picnic at The Korrumbyn Creek Picnic Area, situated on the left hand side of the road as you drive towards the mountain, is also available.

The Border Ranges National Park
The Pinnacle Lookout – A must on a clear day, is reached by a short walk through the rainforest. The view from this lofty peak uplifts as it embraces one of the largest ancient calderas in the world.

Blackbutts Lookout and Picnic Area – Situated high on the caldera rim, has panoramic views of the caldera and Mount Warning. Have a picnic surrounded by old blackbutt trees and take in the views of Mount Warning and the Tweed Valley.

The Nightcap National Park
World Heritage-listed Nightcap National Park is situated at the southern rim of the 23 million year old Mt Warning volcano. This is one of the best developed subtropical rainforests in the state and is part of the CERRA group – Central Eastern Rainforest Reserves of Australia.

Minyon Falls
These beautiful falls plunge 104 metres into the deep palm-shaded gorge below. The top of the cliffs is forested with Blackbutt and Scribbly Gum while subtropical Booyong Rainforest and Brush Box occupy the gully beneath. Toilets and picnic/barbecue facilities are provided.

Protester Falls – To view the falls, walk 700 metres through bangalow palm forests and over pristine creeks. The easy 15 minute walk, winds its way to the base of Protester Falls at Terania Creek Picnic Area.

Rocky Creek Dam – One feature at the dam is the Platypus walk Djanbung Gurahr. The platypus walk takes about 45 minutes and traverses across the dam wall, over the spillway, through rainforest and over the floating bridge.
The Rocky Creek dam has multiple areas where you can spread out your rug, play cricket and cook a BBQ while the small pockets of rainforest providing a beautiful backdrop.

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