Budawang National Park is a vast and rugged wilderness area in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, characterised by steep escarpments, deep gorges and forested valleys. The landscape is largely untouched and offers spectacular scenic views and a remote, immersive nature experience for fit bushwalkers and experienced hikers.
68909 Budawang National Park, Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia
Within the park, the Budawang Range dominates the terrain with its mesa-like peaks and sandstone formations. These towering ridges and escarpments create dramatic panoramas that change with the shifting light, while deep valleys and river courses wind through forested slopes. The terrain is challenging but immensely rewarding for those seeking solitude in a truly wild setting.
68278 Pigeon House Mountain and Budawang skyline
Hiking and exploration in Budawang National Park brings you up close to steep gorge walls, woodland and forest habitats that support diverse wildlife. Walks such as the ascent toward Mount Budawang offer breathtaking 360-degree views over surrounding plateaus and valleys, while river camping and remote trekking give a genuine wilderness backpacking experience.