Fans Horizon
Warrumbungle National Park
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Perched atop the cliffs of Balgatan Mountain, Fans Horizon lookout is well worth the short but challenging hike. It’s perfect for bushwalkers who are pressed for time but keen to see the Warrumbungles' famous volcanic rock formations.
Take the time to catch your breath as you enjoy some of the park’s most rewarding sights. You’ll have magnificent views of the iconic Breadknife, Belougery Spire and Crater Bluff.
Getting there:
From Coonabarabran travel along Timor Road that becomes John Renshaw Parkway once you enter the National Park. Continue along John Renshaw Parkway and just past the Visitor Centre turn left down Pincham Road to the car park.
From Tooraweenah, follow John Renshaw Parkway for approximately 35km and just before the Visitor Centre turn right down Pincham Road to the car park.
Maps:
Warrumbungle National Park Map
Route/Trail notes:
From the rear of Pincham car park the walk starts signposted to the right, as the trails winds and climbs steeply through eucalypt forest. After 1.6km, and over 900 steps, you’ll reach a lookout atop the exposed sandstone cliffs of Balgatan Mountain.
The track continues for a further 200m where you have great views to the west and Mount Exmouth.
Return by the same route.
Permits/Costs:
National Park entry fee applies (2023 = $8 per vehicle/day). Park entry fees and camping permits can only be purchased online from National Parks NSW. The campgrounds are along John Renshaw Parkway or Pincham Camp, where you carry your gear in from the car park.
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