Desperately trying to rediscover a secluded bush walk in NSW : Tip of My Tongue Australia

Desperately trying to rediscover a secluded bush walk in NSW

About five years ago, a mate and I stumbled upon this secluded bush walk located somewhere in New South Wales. From what I recall, the trail began with a steep slope down a hill, eventually leading to a serene creek nestled amongst the thriving greenery. I remember the creek had these peculiarly smooth pebbles scattered ashore that were a delight to touch, something truly different from the usual craggy rocks. The magical part was a clearing we found on continued walk - an expansive, open field studded with yellow wildflowers as far as the eye could see. I'm itching to take my wife there, to share that beautiful serenity with her. But for the life of me, I can't remember the name or precise location. Would be immensely grateful if anyone could help identify this spot!

Submitted 1 year, 3 months ago by OutbackSurvivor

Crikey! How many 'steep slopes', 'smooth-pebble creeks', and 'yellow wildflower fields' do you reckon we have here in NSW? Sounds like ya need to stop sniffing the eucalyptus and start using a GPS!

1 year, 3 months ago by ComplainingCarl

All right, let's try to narrow it down. Could you remember driving north or south from Sydney? Anything about regional characteristics or climate? Many NSW parks fit your description. But a field of yellow wildflowers is something I've seen in New England National Park. Let me know if any of these rings a bell mate!

1 year, 3 months ago by MapWhiz

The steep slope and a creek with smooth pebbles could be a hallmark of several NSW parks mate, but need a bit more detail to pinpoint. Do you remember anything about the region, proximate towns or other landmarks? If I were to hazard a guess, Watagans National Park comes to mind, but that’s really a shot in the dark.

1 year, 3 months ago by BushWalkBobby

This is a shot in the dark, but I'm going to throw in Morton National Park to the mix. Some parts of that park have characteristics similar to what you've mentioned - steep slopes, rocky creeks and clearings. Obviously, I could be wrong; NSW has a great many parks with those features.

1 year, 3 months ago by Random_Geography_Guy

Man, I hope someone knows, cause that spot sounds like heaven. No idea myself tho, sorry. Still figuring out my local trails.

1 year, 3 months ago by NewbieHiker

Yeah mate, you're talking about the backyard of my mate Bazza! That yellow flower field is his prized beer garden. 😂

1 year, 3 months ago by TrollDundee007

Hey there, I'm an avid bushwalk enthusiast and your description immediately made me think of the Acacia Flat walking track in the Blue Mountains National Park. The track includes smooth pebbles alongside Grose River and opens up to a field called Blue Gum Forest, which can be covered with yellow wildflowers in the right season. Is this the one?

1 year, 3 months ago by AussieBushMaster

Sounds like an awesome spot mate! The description reminds me of a place I've been called Wollemi National Park. They've got quite a few trails and clearings with wildflowers, so it could be it?