Explore wildlife sanctuary at Blackbutt Reserve
Newcastle, Australia • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Apr, Dec
18°C – 29°C, january is the warmest month in blackbutt, with average high temperatures reaching 29, high crowds, peak season
18°C – 29°C, january is the warmest month in blackbutt, with average high temperatures reaching 29, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain; seating available.
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; flat terrain; seating available.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry balances parking fees and the overall experience.
Free entry balances parking fees and the overall experience.
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Summarised by AI
Peaceful Walks
Couples loved the serene walking trails and picnic spots amidst nature's beauty at Blackbutt Reserve.
Wildlife Wonders
Seeing koalas and kangaroos up close made the visit truly memorable for couples. Incredible!
Relaxing Outing
Visitors felt it was a perfect, relaxing outing for couples. Great for a day trip!
Parking Fees
Couples found the parking fees to be an unexpected extra cost, impacting the overall budget.
Public Transport
Some couples noted the walk from public transport was inconvenient and a bit long.
Limited Privacy
Couples mentioned that some areas felt crowded, reducing the sense of privacy during their visit.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
19-25°C
December marks the start of summer, featuring warm temperatures and higher humidity. Rainfall is more frequent, contributing to the lush environment of the reserve.
December marks the start of summer, featuring warm temperatures and higher humidity. Rainfall is more frequent, contributing to the lush environment of the reserve.
Open
Increased demand may require advance booking for certain facilities; parking areas may be busier than usual.
Increased demand may require advance booking for certain facilities; parking areas may be busier than usual.
Recommended
December offers a vibrant atmosphere with active wildlife and lush scenery. Visitors should plan ahead to navigate the higher crowd levels and potential for rain.
December offers a vibrant atmosphere with active wildlife and lush scenery. Visitors should plan ahead to navigate the higher crowd levels and potential for rain.
January
HIGH
18-29°C
January is the warmest month in Blackbutt, with average high temperatures reaching 29.3°C and lows around 18.2°C. The month typically experiences light rain, with approximately 53 mm of precipitation over about 7 days.
January is the warmest month in Blackbutt, with average high temperatures reaching 29.3°C and lows around 18.2°C. The month typically experiences light rain, with approximately 53 mm of precipitation over about 7 days.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, parking fees apply.
No specific restrictions; however, parking fees apply.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and is a popular time to visit Blackbutt Reserve. It's advisable to plan visits during weekdays to avoid larger crowds and to arrive early to secure parking.
January offers warm temperatures and is a popular time to visit Blackbutt Reserve. It's advisable to plan visits during weekdays to avoid larger crowds and to arrive early to secure parking.
February
MEDIUM
18-29°C
February continues the warm summer trend with average high temperatures around 28.5°C and lows near 18.0°C. The month experiences light rain, with approximately 60 mm of precipitation over about 8 days.
February continues the warm summer trend with average high temperatures around 28.5°C and lows near 18.0°C. The month experiences light rain, with approximately 60 mm of precipitation over about 8 days.
Open
No specific restrictions; parking fees apply.
No specific restrictions; parking fees apply.
Recommended
February offers warm weather with moderate crowds, making it a pleasant time to visit Blackbutt Reserve. Weekday visits are recommended for a more relaxed experience.
February offers warm weather with moderate crowds, making it a pleasant time to visit Blackbutt Reserve. Weekday visits are recommended for a more relaxed experience.
March
MEDIUM
17-27°C
March sees a slight decrease in temperatures, with average highs of 26.7°C and lows of 16.5°C. The month experiences light rain, with approximately 72 mm of precipitation over about 10 days.
March sees a slight decrease in temperatures, with average highs of 26.7°C and lows of 16.5°C. The month experiences light rain, with approximately 72 mm of precipitation over about 10 days.
Open
No specific restrictions; parking fees apply.
No specific restrictions; parking fees apply.
Recommended
March offers comfortable temperatures and moderate crowds, providing a good balance for visitors. It's advisable to check the weather forecast for rain and plan visits accordingly.
March offers comfortable temperatures and moderate crowds, providing a good balance for visitors. It's advisable to check the weather forecast for rain and plan visits accordingly.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Buses (routes 11, 13, 25, 26) stop on Lookout Road, Orchardtown Road, and Carnley Avenue, with stops near the reserve entrances.
Car
Recommended
The reserve is accessible by car, with entrances at Carnley Avenue and Freyberg Street (Richley Reserve), both offering paid parking.
Train
Recommended
Kotara Station is the closest train station, followed by a 2.8 km walk to the reserve.
Bike
Cycling is possible on surrounding roads like Carnley Avenue, but bikes are not permitted within the reserve.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services provide direct access; specify the entrance (Carnley Avenue or Richley Reserve).
Walking
Walking is feasible from Kotara Station (2.8km) or from nearby bus stops.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required