Mount Boss State Forest
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Recreational facilities
Cobrabald - Wild Bull
Situated in Mount Boss State Forest, a short drive from Wauchope,the Cobrabald recreation areas offer plenty of options for camping. For those who enjoy camping off the beaten track, the Wild Bull Camping Area has BBQ facilities and a deep waterhole just perfect for a summer dip its also home to some catfish! The Bluff Picnic Area, a further 1.4 kms down the river, is a lovely secluded spot perfect for couples or small groups. Follow Hastings Forest Way, entry via Cobrabald Road from the Five Ways junction.
Cobrabald - The Bluff
The Bluff picnic area contains a number of secluded picnic and barbecue spots, with a vast rock formation covered in grass trees on the opposite side of the river.
Staying Safe
- Important information when visiting state forests
- Call '000' in a bushfire emergency (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au)
- Total Fire Ban and Current Fire Danger Map (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au)
- Find out more about bushfires (www.rfs.nsw.gov.au)
- Find out more about emergency and safety (www.nsw.gov.au)
The refreshing site of the waterhole at Cobrabald Wild Bull camping area. Photo: Bronwyn Ellis
The curious rock formations make for an interesting stroll around The Bluff picnic area. Photo: Bronwyn Ellis
Contact us for more info
Call the Forests NSW State-wide Information Line
1300 655 687 or 02 9871 3377 Monday to Friday 9.30am 4.30pm
Visit the Forests NSW Visitor Centre
95 Castle Hill Road, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125