William Howe Regional Park

Turkeys Nest picnic area and lookout, with views southwest over the Razorback Mountains and the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, is the standout feature of William Howe Regional Park in Mount Annan NSW 2567. The park also has a Loop trail, picnic tables and BBQ facilities, and it is open year-round.

Best for

On-lead dog walksTurkeys Nest lookout and picnic areaWeekend BBQ picnicsLoop trail walksScenic Blue Mountains views

About William Howe Regional Park

Turkeys Nest Picnic Area and Lookout at William Howe Regional Park

The Turkeys Nest picnic area at William Howe Regional Park has picnic tables and barbecue facilities, and visitors can bring their own food to eat there. The lookout at Turkeys Nest gives a southwest view over the Razorback Mountains and the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, so the picnic ground doubles as a viewpoint. Trees around the picnic area give children room to play hide and seek, and the spot suits a relaxed stop in the fresh air.

Loop Trail Walking Route at William Howe Regional Park

The Loop trail at William Howe Regional Park is a gravel loop with an incline. Its recorded length ranges from about 2.5 km to 3.6 km. A walking route listing for the park gives an easy rating and an estimated time of 24 minutes for 1.4 miles (3,500 steps), with an elevation gain of about 0 ft. The loop is the park's main marked walking route.

Facilities at William Howe Regional Park

🛝Playground✗

🔥BBQ Facilities

🚻Toilets✗

💧Drinking Water✗

🅿️Parking

🍽️Picnic Tables

🏃Walking Paths

🏅Sports Fields✗

🐕Dogs on leash

• Turkeys Nest picnic area with picnic tables • Barbecue facilities at Turkeys Nest (bring your own food) • Lookout over the Razorback Mountains and Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area • Multiple parking lots • Loop trail • Bike paths • Disabled access available, contact operator for details

Visitor tips for William Howe Regional Park

✓Plan for the season: early morning suits spring jogs, winter weekends suit picnics, and evenings suit summer strolls, as summer highs can exceed 30°C and the highest recorded temperature is 45°C.
✓Mobile phone reception is limited in the park, and you need reception to call Triple Zero (000), so check signal before heading out on the trails.

Getting to William Howe Regional Park

The park's entry point is Mary Howe Place, and the listed street address is 49 Moyengully Ave, Mount Annan NSW 2567. From Campbelltown, take Narellan Road towards Narellan Vale, turn left onto Waterworth Drive at Mount Annan, turn left onto Welling Drive, then turn left onto Mary Howe Place. Public transport options are a train to Campbelltown Station and then the 895 bus from outside the station. The park is about an hour's drive from the Sydney CBD. Multiple parking lots serve the park.

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Nearby Mount Annan

📍Razorback Mountains
📍Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area

Frequently asked questions about William Howe Regional Park

Can I take my dog to William Howe Regional Park in Mount Annan?

Yes, dogs can be walked on-lead at William Howe Regional Park, which is listed as pet friendly.

Are there BBQ areas and picnic tables at William Howe Regional Park?

The Turkeys Nest picnic area has picnic tables and barbecue facilities, and visitors can bring their own food.

Is there parking at William Howe Regional Park, and is it free?

The park has multiple parking lots, reached via Mary Howe Place, but the listings don't give parking fees.

What are the opening hours for William Howe Regional Park?

The park is always open, though it may close during poor weather or fire danger.

How long is the main walking loop at William Howe Regional Park?

The Loop trail is recorded at between about 2.5 km and 3.6 km, depending on the listing.