Recreation in State forests of the Lower Barrington Tops

Recreation areas in the State forests of the Lower Barrington Tops are focused in Chichester State Forest, accessed via Dungog or Gresford. Chichester is divided into two distinct areas, the western side centred on the Allyn River and the eastern side centred on the Telegherry River.

Access to sites around Allyn River is via Dungog or Gresford, about 2 hours drive from Newcastle or 3.5 hours from Sydney. Coming from Gresford, the road crosses a number of causeways that may be impassable during periods of heavy rain.

For access to sites along Telegherry River, take Chichester Dam Road from Dungog and turn right into Wangat road to get into the forest. Recreation sites can be accessed from Wangat, Middle Ridge and Frying Pan Road.

Picnic Areas

Area	Facilities	Map Ref
Allyn River Forest Park		C - 6
Peach Tree Park
Telegherry Forest Park		F - 7
Frying Pan Creek and Coachwood Forest Park		E - 7
Currawong Picnic Area		E - 7
White Rock		C - 6
Currawong Camping Area		E - 7

Camping grounds

Area	Facilities	Map Ref
Telegherry Forest Park		F - 7
Frying Pan Creek and Coachwood Forest Park		E - 7
Currawong Camping Area		E - 7
Old Camp, Dobbie Rim and Pademelon Park		C - 6
The Gumleaf Hut		F - 8
The Gunyah Hut		C - 6

Lookouts

Area	Facilities	Map Ref
Mount Allyn		F - 7
Williams Top Lookout		C - 6

Walking trails

More Information

The Lower North Coast Forest Map showing recreation areas, special features and roads is available for purchase from the State Forest Information Centre on 1300 655 687 or your local State Forest office (rrp $9.85 plus $1 postage).

For specific information about the State forests in this area please contact Forests NSW Central Region office during business hours on (02) 6585 3744.