Crown of Newport Reserve
Crown of Newport Reserve in Newport is a bushland reserve whose standout feature is a walking track that climbs about 300 metres through remnant rainforest, past a boulder-lined creek and waterfall features. The walk is rated moderate to steep, and the reserve is described as a wildlife refuge.
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About Crown of Newport Reserve
Walking Track at Crown of Newport Reserve
The walking track at Crown of Newport Reserve is about 300 metres long and rated a moderate to steep climb. It starts at the end of Hillslope Road and passes through remnant rainforest beside a boulder-lined creek. The reserve also has rare plants and waterfall features along the walk. The climb can go largely unnoticed under the rainforest canopy,.
Wildlife at Crown of Newport Reserve
Crown of Newport Reserve supports four vegetation types and a range of native animals, including threatened powerful owls. Its winter flowering spotted gum is an essential food resource for sugar gliders and ring-tailed possums. The reserve is a wildlife refuge, and its rocky outcrops and creekline give frogs and reptiles a safe place to live.
Facilities at Crown of Newport Reserve
Getting to Crown of Newport Reserve
The reserve's address is Howell Close, Newport NSW 2106. The walk starts at the end of Hillslope Road.
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- 📍Newport Beach
- 📍Bilgola Plateau
Frequently asked questions about Crown of Newport Reserve
Is there a walking track at Crown of Newport Reserve?
Yes. A walking track of about 300 metres climbs through the reserve from the end of Hillslope Road and is rated moderate to steep.
Where is Crown of Newport Reserve?
The reserve is in a sheltered gully between Newport Beach and Bilgola Plateau, with its address listed as Howell Close, Newport NSW 2106.
Which wildlife lives at Crown of Newport Reserve?
Threatened powerful owls, sugar gliders and ring-tailed possums live in the reserve, which also gives frogs and reptiles a safe place.