Pilliga Forest lookout tower
North West, NSW
Climb the fire tower at Salt Caves for Pilliga-wide views to the Warrumbungles and Mount Kaputar.
About this place
Pilliga Forest lookout tower stands near Salt Caves picnic area at the northern end of Timmallallie National Park. NPWS says you walk a small rise from the picnic area then climb the tower steps for forest to the horizon — Warrumbungles south-east and Mount Kaputar north-east on clear days. Salt Caves picnic area has barbecues and toilets. About 30 minutes’ drive through the forest from Sculptures in the Scrub.
Access & getting there
Unsealed forest roads. Confirm conditions at Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre, Baradine. Remote; carry fuel and water. Tower involves stairs.
Salt Caves picnic area, Timmallallie National Park, Pilliga Forest NSW
Safety notes
Open tower stairs. Remote forest roads. No water beyond picnic area.
Gear notes
Water, hat, camera, offline map.
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