Styx River State Forest
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Recreational facilities
Wattle Flat Picnic Area
Open grassy picnic area near scenic river pools within gorgeous tableland eucalypt forest in Styx River State Forest. East of Armidale, the forest can be accessed via the Armidale-Kempsey Road. Turn north onto Styx River Forest Way and follow directional signage.
Wattle Flat Camping Area
The forest can be accessed via the Armidale-Kempsey Road. Turn north onto Styx River Forest Way and follow directional signage. Access for two wheel drives not recommended. Caravans and campervans are welcome, but only four wheel drives. No power is available
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)
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