Brinktop Reserve and Richmond Park Track
Highlights
- Discover breathtaking views of the Coal River Valley and Richmond township along the scenic circuit walk.
- Explore a unique corridor of trees while encountering rare and endangered plant species in Brinktop Bushland Reserve.
- Enjoy an easy 3km walk, perfect for families and leisurely strolls, with a gentle climb towards Brinktop Hill.
- Park conveniently at Richmond Bridge carpark and embark on your adventure just a stone's throw from historic homes.
This circuit walk provides views across the Coal River Valley and the township of Richmond. The reserve contains rare and endangered plant species.
The track winds through a corridor of trees adjacent to Brinktop Road. The track follows the northern boundary of Richmond Park, one of the oldest properties in Australia dating from 1810s. It climbs gently towards Brinktop Hill where it crosses a quiet road and enters Brinktop Bushland Reserve. There is a circuit track in the reserve which gives views across the Coal River Valley and Richmond township. The reserve contains rare and endangered plant species.
Activities: Mountain biking and Walking
Walking difficulty: Easy
Mountain biking difficulty: Easy
Distance: 3km one way
Time: 45 minutes to 1 hour walking
Parking: Park at the Richmond Bridge carpark off Wellington Street and cross the road to the footpath on the south side. Walk east along Wellington Street past historic homes until the start of the track is reached at Morgan Street
Dogs: On lead (must be on lead at all times as sheep graze nearby)
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Accreditations
- TAS – SC (Sorrell Council)
Features
Activities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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