Jilliby State Conservation Area

Jilliby State Conservation Area
Rainforest at Muirs Lookout
Map showing the location of Jilliby State Conservation Area
Map showing the location of Jilliby State Conservation Area
Jilliby State Conservation Area
LocationNew South Wales
Nearest cityNewcastle
Coordinates33°05′44″S 151°22′06″E / 33.095530°S 151.368326°E / -33.095530; 151.368326
Area12,159 ha (46.95 sq mi)[1]
Governing bodyNSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
WebsiteOfficial website

Jilliby State Conservation Area is a protected area located north west of the Central Coast, New South Wales, in eastern Australia. A popular area for recreation, including bush walking, four wheel driving, picnics and horse riding.[2] Birdwatching enthusiasts can enjoy watching over 130 species of birds here.[3]

Jilliby State has an important cultural and historical role for the Aboriginal people.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Jillaby State Conservation Area: Park management". Office of Environment and Heritage. Government of New South Wales. Retrieved 15 May 2018.
  2. ^ "Jilliby State Conservation Area". Visit NSW Wyong Attractions. Retrieved 15 May 2018.
  3. ^ "Jilliby State Conservation Area". NSW National Parks. Retrieved 4 October 2021.
  4. ^ "Jilliby State Conservation Area | Learn more". NSW National Parks. Retrieved 4 October 2021.