Bulagaranda (Mount Yarrowyck) Aboriginal Area
Bulagaranda (Mount Yarrowyck) Aboriginal Area
Bulagaranda (Mount Yarrowyck), Yarrowyck, New South Wales 2358
Formerly known as 'Mount Yarrowyck Nature Reserve', Bulagaranda Aboriginal Area is located 25 kilometers northwest of Uralla along Thunderbolt's Way toward Bundarra. The reserve was established in 1983 to protect 598ha of culturally significant remnant bushland and ancient rock paintings on the traditional lands of the local Anaiwan people. The name Bulagaranda translates to 'Turkey dreaming', relating to the images preserved in the traditional ochre paintings on the rock walls, which are believed to be several hundreds of years old. This site remains open to the public, with walking trails and viewing platform being upgraded to protect the environment while encouraging visitors to experience this culturally significant landscape. The Aboriginal cultural walk is a 3km return track taking you along the granite slopes of the mountain to the cave painting site. The walking track is clear and easy to follow and is relatively level and undemanding. When visiting the site, visitors are requested to remain behind the timber barrier and refrain from touching the paintings. The car park provides ample room to maneuver caravans and campervans. Facilities include barbecues, tables, rubbish pit and toilet. Overnight camping is not permitted within the reserve however there is free camping available nearby at Mount Yarrowyck Crossing.
Facilities found here
Barbeque, Carpark, Picnic Area, Public Toilet,
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the New England High Country region and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders – past, present and emerging – and acknowledge the important role Indigenous Peoples continue to play within the New England High Country community.
