Flannel Flower Walking Track

Acquaint yourself with Bouddi National Park’s beautiful and diverse vegetation on the Flannel Flower walking track. The best time of year to visit has to be spring; the flannel flower is in full bloom and the sight of their white petals are simply beautiful.

Running between Hawke Head Drive and Lobster Beach, the track meanders through towering angophora forest. Stand a moment in the shade of these mighty red gum trees before continuing on to the magnificent Lobster Beach lookout. There, you’ll be treated to commanding views over some of the Central Coast’s prettiest and most popular beaches, including Broken Bay, Umina and Pearl.

As well as taking you through stunning bushland and beachfront, this walking track provides public access across private property in one section. Please remain on the track at all times when you’re in this area. Keep an eye out for Box head track and Tallow Beach trail, which descends to Tallow Beach campground, which join the track.

PLEASE NOTE: TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF HAWKES HEAD DRIVE FOR ESSENTIAL ROADWORKS
Road works are expected to start the week of 16th February 2026 and continue for 8 weeks (weather permitting) with contractors operating between 7am - 5pm Monday to Fridays.

Access and Closure Information
Hawke Head Drive will be closed to public access (both vehicle and pedestrian) for the duration of construction, including weekends, to ensure visitor safety around machinery and active work zones.

• Flannel Flower Track, Box Head Track and Tallow Beach Trail will remain open during the road works. However, Park visitors wishing to access these trails will need to do by accessing Bouddi National Park via the Lobster Beach Track/ Pretty Beach right of way.  
• Tallow Beach Campground will closed to campers for the duration of the works.