Narrabri Shire has an abundance of birds and bushwalking to suit every taste.
 Narrabri Shire's impressive number of different ecosystems makes it a fantastic bird watching area. From the massive heights of Mt Kaputar to the scrub of the Pilliga Forest to the low lying wetlands of Yarrie Lake, these vastly different habitats sustain a huge range of birds.
The leaflets below are handy tools for any keen birdwatcher spending time in Narrabri Shire. The first is a comprehensive guide on what birds you may hope to spot in the different areas. The second is a fantastic brochure developed by the Narrabri VIC in conjunction with the Namoi CMA and Cotton CRC outlining eight bird routes of the Western Namoi floodplains. These routes take you from Wee Waa to Pilliga and Burren Junction. Research has found over 138 different birds on cotton farms around Wee Waa across a broad range of vegetation types. Some of the more significant birds observed in our area include the Grey-crowned Babbler and the Brown Treecreeper, both of which are declining woodland species which are listed as vulnerable.
 Complete Shire Bird List
Bird Routes of the Western Namoi Floodplains
Pilliga Forest Bird Observers is the local bird watching club. They meet monthly with new members always welcome. Contact James Faris 0427 103 133
Click here to be directed to the page, in the Major Attractions section of this website, dedicated to bird watching in the Pilliga Forest.
 Narrabri is a veritable playground for lovers of outdoor adventure.
Mt Kaputar National Park offers a great range of bushwalking options, from short strolls to day long hikes. As well as making a lovely background to our lives in Narrabri Shire, the Nandewar Ranges present a welcome respite from the summer heat and offer spectacular views year round. Pick up a brochure at the National Parks office or Visitor Information Centre for more information on the eleven marked walking tracks.
For more information see Mt Kaputar National Park in the Major Attractions section of this website, or click here.
There are also opportunities for bushwalking within the Pilliga Forest. The Sandstone Caves and Salt Caves have short marked tracks and off track walking is permitted in National Parks and State Conservation Areas unless signs indicate otherwise.
If you plan to do any off track walking within the Pilliga Forest be sure to prepare yourself by carrying a map, navigational aid, water and food supplies and let someone know of your plans.
The Sandstone Caves walk is a picturesque marked trail and a good place to experience Aboriginal culture in the Pilliga. The Salt Caves walk takes you to a dam which attracts much wildlife, including numerous birds.
For more information see Pilliga Forest in the Major Attractions section of this website, or click here.
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