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Tallaganda State Forest
Visitor attractions and facilities
Visitor attractions
Please note that Fern Gully and Hopkins Pond walking trails are closed due to poor road condition.
Lowden Forest Park
Well worth the drive from Braidwood or Canberra, historical relics more than 170 years old are scattered throughout this park, including a waterwheel originally used to generate electricity.
The park was the location of a logging camp during the 1830s, the evidence of which can still be seen today.
The surrounding native bush of Tallaganda State Forest includes majestic stands of brown barrel, making bushwalking, four-wheel-drive tours and mountain bike riding a favourite in the area. Bird watching is also popular, with the rare olive whistler a possible sighting.
From Braidwood, follow Krawarree Road to Nithsdal, before taking Parlour Creek Road into the forest. Follow Coxes Creek Road through the pine plantations before turning into Lowden Road which will take you to the forest park.
Tallaganda Forest Drive
Forest notices and closures
Avoid disappointment and check for current closures and notices before setting out.
Visit sustainably
Leave only footprints, take only memories. Find out how to minimise the impact of your visit.
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].
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