Timeline
19:05
Grab a coffee or snack in Narrabri town centre before heading out. Check the route to Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park.
19:20
Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park
Park at Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park. This is the start of the climb. The track is a 2 km loop that is very steep with many steps, so pace yourself and bring water. The fitness required is high.
19:55
Arrive at Mount Kaputar Summit Lookout. Take a moment to set up your spot. The 360-degree views are best when the light is turning gold. Bring binoculars and cameras.
20:05
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light starts around 19:30, leading into the sunset at 20:05. The sky will light up over the Nandewar and Grattai wilderness.
20:50
Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park
Descend carefully. It is best to backtrack the way you came if the track is slippery. Return to the car park to end your evening.
Local tip
The track can be slippery when wet. If conditions are poor, do not continue the loop but backtrack early. Check the route from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound.
Check before you go
- The Mount Coryah Walking Track is Grade 4 and very steep. Ensure you are fit for the climb.
- Check the route to the car park: 44.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Yulludunida Trail on the right, car park is on the right.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Narrabri (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).