The Nightcap Historic Track is a 19km hike between Mount Nardi (near Nimbin) and Rummery Park (near Minyon Falls). It is part of the old postman’s that ran between Lismore and Murwillumbah, it has a rich history with the Widjabul people who are a part of the Bundjalung Nation, it’s said the area was once the place of the “the Clever People”.
The Nightcap Historic Track is a remarkable walk with multiple ecosystems, massive trees, wildlife and breath-taking views of the Mount Warning caldera, including stunning views of Wollumbin (Mount Warning).
The walk starts at Mount Nardi which stands at about 792m, it’s not quite all downhill from there, but you’ll end up at Rummery Park 369m. In the middle there is the Nightcap Bluff which stands at 829m and the amazing Dirangah Rocks (eroded volcanic vents).
Although the track is well marked, this is not an easy walk, it is for experienced hikers only. The NSWNPWS have listed this as a grade 4 walk. It takes about 6-7 hours to walk.
You may want to combine this walk with the Minyon Falls Walk and turn your experience in to an awesome 32km in 2 days hike.
We have a few options for this walk:
- Self-guided Nightcap Historic Track
- Guided Nightcap Historic Track
- Overnight camping option
- Glamping Options
Self-guided Nightcap Historic Track
If you are an experienced walker you may choose to do this walk without a guide. But for safety reasons we can’t allow people to walk this on their own, we suggest groups of 2-7. We can take you to Mount Nardi and pick you up from Rummery Park. We can loan you a personal locator beacon, if you don’t have one. You’ll need to bring your own water, you’ll need at least 2 litres, more if it’s a hot summers day- there is nowhere to fill up water on the way. You will need to provide your own lunch and snacks.
Who can go?
This option is for experienced hikers only. It is a 19km grade 4 track.
Minimum of 2 people – Maximum of 7.
What to bring
- Wear a pair of sturdy covered shoes. Thongs and sandals are not acceptable.
- Bring a raincoat (the weather is changeable in the ranges).
- Bring water (at least 2 litres).
- Bring sunscreen and a hat.
- Lunch and snacks
- Personal locator beacon
- First aid kit
Cost one way
Leave your car at Rummery Park. We will pick you up and drop you at Mount Nardi. Including: one way transport, park fees.
- 1-2 people$125pp
- 3-4 people$85pp
- 5-7 people$65pp
It is not recommended for people to walk this track on their own. If you have more than 7 people, give us a call.
For more info visit Vision Walks- Eco Tours
How to book
Call
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Cost return
We will pick you up and return you to Byron, Ballina or Lismore. Including: return transport, park fees
- 1-2 people$199pp
- 3-4 people$135pp
- 5-7 people$99pp
It is not recommended for people to walk this track on their own. If you have more than 7 people, give us a call.
How to book
Call0405275743Book Online Via Email
Guided Option
You can choose to do the walk with one of our guides, all of our guides are environmental scientists and can interpret what you are seeing, including the natural and human history. You’ll need to bring your own, lunch, trail snacks and water, (you’ll need at least 2 litres, more if it’s a hot summers day- there is nowhere to fill up water on the way.) The flat fee for the guide is $500. You will still need to pay for the transport option.
- Flat fee (not including transport)$500
How to book
Call0405275743Book Online Via Email
Camping Options
As the walk finishes at Rummery Park camp ground, you may choose to camp the night before and after your walk. If you wish to use your own camping gear, you will need to book your space direct with the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service.
Glamping costs
If you don’t feel like roughing too much after a hard day’s hiking, we have a glamping option. You can either go twin share self-catered or twin share catered. These costs are based on 3 nights.
With the Glamping option, we will take care of everything. We will book your space with the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service, provide a bell tent (or caravan) with mattresses, linen, mats, crate furniture, lantern, solar shower. You may want to also add the catering option.
- 4m Bell tent$600
Catering options
Our partners at Table Under a Tree is all about real people, real places and real food. So while you’re having an amazing adventure, they will to provide you with a food adventure as well! Table Under a Tree connect you with the best ingredients from the Northern Rivers, so you can experience something delicious and unique during your trek. Their range of carefully curated meal kits, will keep you going as you explore Nightcap National Park and help you enjoy fantastic meals that makes the most of truly local produce and products. All this locally sourced and prepared food (that you will need to cook yourself if required): breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks plus drinking water, tea, coffee.
Glamping catering costs
- 2 days of food$350
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