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Walking & Bike Trails
Extensive walking and bike trails span the 45 ha Hunter Wetlands site, all of them graded ‘easy’ walking and riding. Don’t forget to keep your eyes wide open for the fascinating array of birds, animals, reptiles and plants that make these wetlands such a unique and interesting part of the Hunter’s ecology. Check out our hand-carved totem poles along the way—all uniquely designed to represent the animals, plants and natural interactions of each different habitat.
Explore Our Trails
Visitors are welcome to bring their bike and helmet (essential) and ride around the wetlands site. Please keep to the tracks to protect our wildlife and reduce your impact on our site.
Closed in shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water bottle and insect repellent are strongly recommended.
Guided Walking Tour
30 – 40 MINUTES
Guided walks take visitors on a journey of history and conservation, offer a fascinating look at the flora and fauna of the Hunter Wetlands site and provide a rich experience to foster a greater understanding of the importance of Wetlands in our community.
Guided Walking Tours for Groups
Groups of 6 or more can book a guided tour. Special interest tours – native plants, birds, photography can be booked – charges apply.
To book, please contact us here
Orienteering at the Wetlands
Orienteering is a great way to get fit and enjoy the natural beauty of the wetlands. It is a sport for all ages and abilities. It combines map reading, decision making and finding your way to checkpoints (called controls).
We now have a newly updated and marked out orienteering course with a specially designed topographical map, all courtesy of Newcastle Orienteering Club
Download the map here or grab one from reception