Audley
The park's northwest hub on the Hacking River — Visitor Centre, cafe, boatshed hire and shaded picnic lawns minutes from Sydney.
— checked against NPWS / BeachSafe where applicable.
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Visitor Centre
Start here for maps, track advice and souvenirs.
Weir Cafe
Breakfast and lunch overlooking the weir — ground floor of the heritage Dance Hall.
- Mon–Fri: 8:30 am–5:30 pm
- Weekends: 8:30 am–6:30 pm
Hours can change seasonally — confirm on the day.
Audley Boatshed
Operating since 1893 — row boats, kayaks, swan pedal boats and bikes on the Hacking River.
Hire prices and opening times change — check the boatshed or NPWS before you plan a paddle.
On the ground
Weir, boatshed & picnic flats
Wayfinding, river safety and day-use areas around Audley. Tap to enlarge.
Picnic areas
- Ironbark Flat, Currawong Flat, Reids Flat, Pool Flat, Wattle Forest
- Picnic tables, gas/electric barbecues and flush toilets at most flats
- Commonwealth Pavilion — large covered seating beside the Dance Hall lawn
- River views for picnics — respect no swimming signs on the Hacking River where posted
- Fishing needs a current NSW recreational fishing licence
- Bring drinking water — not all areas supply it on tap
Audley Dance Hall
The heritage-listed Audley Dance Hall (1940s) houses the Visitor Centre and Weir Cafe on the ground floor — wheelchair accessible from the Triangle carpark south of the weir. The Audley Room function venue occupies the first floor above the cafe for weddings and events.
Access
Three main road entries into the park.
Farnell Avenue → Audley Weir
McKell Avenue → Sir Bertram Stevens Drive
7:00 am – 8:30 pm; gates lock at 8:30 pm
$12 per vehicle per day (NPWS)
Nearby
Day trips and planning hubs from Audley.
Plan your Audley day
Camping and cottage stays fill fast in school holidays. Park entry is separate from camping fees.
Related guides
Unofficial guide — always verify conditions with NSW National Parks and BeachSafe before visiting.