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Warris Chair lookout track is a 1.5km, grade 3 hike in Budderoo National Park, New South Wales. This hike typically takes 45 minutes to complete.

Length: 1.5km

Duration: 45 mins

Grade 3 (Moderate)

Style: Return

Start: Nellies Glen picnic area

End: Nellies Glen picnic area

Location: Budderoo National Park

State: New South Wales

Nearby town: Robertson

From state capital: 153km

Latitude: -34.62320987

Longitude: 150.65600574016574

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Hike Overview

If you like to feel on top of the world without the effort, you can't go past Warris Chair lookout. From the heathlands, on the western edge of Kangaroo Valley, gaze across the last remaining pocket of rainforest protected by Budderoo National Park.

This easy walk through woodlands of swamp banksia offers fabulous birdwatching. The honey eaters, flame robins and beautiful firetails are attracted to the heath in spring, when it erupts in colours and fragrance. Nearby Carrington Falls will give a spectacular display after heavy rain.

If all that fresh air stirs up an appetite, head back to Carrington Falls or Nellies Glen picnic area or head to Lyrebird CafÃÆ© for a tasty snack. There are plenty of places to stay in the nearby southern highlands, making for a perfect weekend away.

Track Grade

Grade 3 (Moderate) - Walks for Most Fitness Levels: Grade 3 on the AWTGS represents moderate walking tracks. These are ideal for walkers with some fitness who are comfortable with some hills and uneven terrain. While suitable for most ages, some bushwalking experience is recommended to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Tracks may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface, and many steps. The total distance of a Grade 3 walk can be up to 20 kilometers.

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Warris Chair Lookout Track (1.5km)

Total distance: 1381 m
Max elevation: 570 m
Min elevation: 507 m
Total climbing: 102 m
Total descent: -102 m

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Getting there

Warris Chair Lookout Track (1.5km)

Warris Chair lookout track starts at Nellies Glen picnic area in the Carrington Falls precinct of Budderoo National Park. To get there:Take Jamberoo Mountain Road from Robertson or JamberooTurn onto Cloonty Road at the Carrington Falls signTurn right into Nellies Glen picnic area Parking Parking is available at Nellies Glen picnic area.

Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.

The longitude and latitude of the start and end points are approximately only and should not be used for navigation purposes. Please contact me if you know the correct coordinates.

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About the region

Budderoo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. The park gates at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre open at 9am and close at 5pm every day.

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Gear to consider

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While planning your hike, it’s important to check official government sources for updated information, temporary closures and trail access requirements. Before hitting the trail, check local weather and bushfire advice for planned burns and bushfire warnings and let someone know before you go. Plan ahead and hike safely.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.

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Warris Chair Lookout Track (1.5km)