Barrington Tops State Forest

Walking track:No
Walking track: No
Designated horse track:No
Designated horse track: No
Four wheel driving tracks: Yes
4WD tracks: Yes
Designated cycling track:No
Designated cycling track: No
Power boats / boat ramp:No
Power boats / boat ramp: No
Camping:Yes
Designated camping area: Yes
Two wheel driving:Yes
Two wheel drive access: Yes
Caravan site:No
Caravan site: No
Cabin or hut:No
Accommodation: No
Picnic area:Yes
Picnic area: Yes
Toilets:Yes
Toilets: Yes
Fireplace/BBQ:Yes
Fireplace/BBQ: Yes
Canoeing/kayaking:No
Canoeing/kayaking: No
Wheelchair access:No
Toilets & wheelchair access: No

Access to Barrington Tops State Forest is via Gloucester or Scone. The Manning River runs through the forest.

Forests in this area have been harvested for timber for many decades – some for over 150 years. The forests you see today are regrowth forests which means they have been harvested many times over and grown back. Today's forest management practices protect biodiversity, soil and water quality and cultural heritage sites while also allowing for sustainable timber production. NSW State Forests – here today, here tomorrow. Find out more about sustainable forest management.

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Recreational facilities

Manning River

On the banks of the Manning River, this stunning camping and picnic area is popular with four-wheel-drive enthusiasts and freshwater fisherman. It's nestled in cool highland forests and close to the river. Located halfway between Gloucester and Scone.

Picnic area:Yes
Picnic area: Yes
Picnic area:Yes
Toilets: Yes
Picnic area:Yes
Fireplace/BBQ: Yes

Cobark Lookout

Cobark Lookout is on the eastern edge of Barrington Tops State Forest, and provides beautiful views looking south. Located between Goucester and Scone.

Picnic area:Yes
Picnic area: Yes