Ben Bullen State Forest
Facilities
Recreational Facilities
The Wolgan Gap

Located at the southern end of the eastern escarpment of Ben Bullen State Forest, the Wolgan Gap is an ideal spot for magical views of the Wolgan Valley. To get there, drive north of Lithgow and turn towards Mudgee, then turn right at Lidsdale and journey towards historic Newnes. The Wolgan Gap escarpment is about eight kilometres from Lidsdale.
Closures
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Useful information
Staying Safe
The most important part of your trip is arriving home safely. Make sure you read our information on forest tips and staying safe.
Authorised hunting
Some State forests are declared for authorised hunting. Find out more about authorised hunting in State forests, including licensing and applying for permits.
Pesticide use
This area is designated as ‘high public usage’ under Forestry Corporation of NSW’s Pesticide Use Notification Plan [PDF 3.83 MB].
Visit sustainably
Find out how to minimise the impact of your visit.