State Forests of the Watagan Mountains

'The Watagans' refers to Watagan, Olney, Heaton, Awaba, Ourimbah and Wyong State Forests, part of a chain of State Forests which start from Ourimbah in the south and stretch north to Cessnock. These State Forests are considered nature's playground for the range of nature-based activities within beautiful mountain scenery: from day-trippers to bushwalkers, four wheel drivers and campers. One of the best things about the State Forests of the Watagans is that your visit is free, including all campgrounds. There are also paid experiences available in the area including treetop adventures and zipline (Ourimbah State Forest), paintball games (Awaba State Forest) and mountain biking (Ourimbah & Olney State Forests). NB: for more information on mountian biking in the area, check out Central Coast MTB & Hunter MTB Assocation websites and social media. To get to the Watagans travel from Wyong via Dooralong Road and pick up the Watagan Forest Road. From Cooranbong travel via Martinsville and pick up Martinsville Hill Road or Freemans Drive and then onto Mount Faulk Road.