Roam Tenterfield
Trails, Peaks & Wild Places
Lace up your boots and explore walking tracks that showcase the region's natural beauty and rich history. Set high in the pristine New England Tablelands, Tenterfield Shire is surrounded by some of the most breathtaking and diverse national parks in New South Wales.
Here, nature takes centre stage — from granite-studded ridgelines to cool forest gullies, cascading waterfalls, and sweeping views across two states. Whether you're after a gentle walk, a full-day hike, or an overnight adventure, there's a trail here for every pace.
Featured Walks
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Mount Norman Hike
Holding sway as the highest peak in Girraween National Park is Mount Norman, a granite monolith offers breathtaking views and…
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Bald Rock – Bungoona Walk
When you make your way along the Bungoona Walk, you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the bird songs being broadcast by…
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Granite Arch Walk
A short, easy walk through giant boulders to a stunning natural stone arch — a photographer's dream.
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Tooloom National Park Rainforest Walk
A short rainforest loop featuring lush greenery, birdlife, and ancient fig trees in a World Heritage-listed forest.
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Basket Swamp Falls Walk
A short, tranquil trail through eucalypt trees to a lookout over the cascading falls below.
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Torrington Trails – Thunderbolt’s Lookout
History and nature collide on this scenic bushwalk.
National Parks
Explore the towering granite of Bald Rock, wander the lush woodlands of Boonoo Boonoo and Basket Swamp, or discover the ancient beauty of Torrington, Tooloom, Koreelah and beyond.
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Bald Rock National Park
Granite giants, rare wildlife, and views for days.
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Basket Swamp National Park
A hidden gem of wetlands, rockpools, and sacred stories.
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Boonoo Boonoo National Park
Rivers, rockpools, waterfalls and a touch of gold rush history.
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Girraween National Park
Lying on the Qld-NSW border is the wild and spectacular Giarraween National Park. The park, filled with massive granite outcrops,…
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Koreelah National Park
A remote rainforest escape with wild swimming and rare wildlife.
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Tooloom National Park
World Heritage rainforest, rare wildlife, and sweeping views.
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Torrington State Recreation Area
Granite giants guard a timeless land.
Discover Tenterfield Through Sound
Tenterfield is a town of intersections — where coastal routes meet western plains, where Aboriginal stories meet colonial history, and where borders blur across states, time zones, and railway lines.
The Tenterfield Soundtrail invites you on an immersive audio journey through winding creeks and bustling main streets, into the living history and local lore of the region. From haunted jailhouses and cheeky local yarns to brass bands, talking cats, and Peter Allen's heavenly homecoming — it's a rich tapestry of voices and stories. Crafted by world-class radio producers, with delightful contributions from the students of St Joseph's School.
Know Before You Go
Before heading out, make sure you're prepared for the conditions. Some tracks in Tenterfield's national parks are remote, unsealed, or exposed to weather changes — so plan ahead and walk responsibly.
- Wear sturdy footwear and sun protection
- Carry plenty of water, especially in warmer months
- Let someone know your plans if you're heading into remote areas
- Check local weather conditions and park alerts on the NSW National Parks website
- Respect wildlife and stick to marked tracks
- Mobile reception may be limited in some areas — download any maps or guides in advance