The Bullimah Spur Track is a short bushwalking trail in Bouddi National Park on the Central Coast, leading to a scenic ocean-facing lookout.
Starting from the Maitland Bay Information Centre, this relatively easy walk is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, with other walks and lookouts nearby if you’d like to make a day of it.
| Bullimah Spur Track | |
|---|---|
| Distance: | 2.4 km return |
| Duration: | 1 hour (depending on stops) |
| Grade: | Easy to moderate (uneven surface) |
| Dogs: | Not allowed |
| Trailhead: | Google Maps |
Getting There
The Bullimah Spur Track is situated in Bouddi National Park, in the southern part of the Central Coast.
Parking is available at the Maitland Bay Information Centre, located at the intersection of Maitland Bay Drive and The Scenic Road in Killcare Heights.
After parking, look for the Maitland Bay signpost, which marks the start of the Bullimah Spur Track as well as the Maitland Bay Track.
Track Notes
As mentioned, this 2.4 km return walking track is relatively easy, but it does include sections with uneven surfaces and a bit of rock scrambling.
It’s a walk that is suitable for all ages, but if you bring children with you, do keep an eye on them, particularly at the unfenced lookouts.
Below is a map of this walk, starting from the Maitland Bay Information Centre and finishing at the Bullimah Outlook.
Start of the Walk
Once you’ve parked, head to the Bouddi National Park and Maitland Bay signpost and follow the path into the bush.
The first few hundred metres follow the Maitland Bay Track before the Bullimah Spur Track branches off to the right at a clearly signposted junction.
From there, the trail heads south along the hillside, away from Maitland Bay.
After stepping over a few large boulders, the path winds through a forest of gum trees, then continues along the ridge through scenic bushland towards the sea on a mostly flat, easy-to-follow route.
Bullimah Outlook
About 1 km into the walk, you’ll come across a couple of sandstone outcrops to the left of the track.
It’s worth exploring these rocky platforms a bit more, as they offer excellent views over Maitland Bay and beyond.
The trail then continues down the ridge before reaching Bullimah Outlook, a superb vantage point with sweeping views to the east and south.
From here, you can see Putty Beach from up high and, on a clear day, you can also see Box Head, Broken Bay, and even the Palm Beach peninsula.
Bullimah Beach
The Bullimah Outlook marks the official end of the Bullimah Spur Track. Or does it?
It is possible to climb down the cliff to reach the Bouddi Coastal Walk and Bullimah Beach, but this involves a steep descent with some rock scrambling. It can be risky, so we don’t recommend it unless you’re an experienced and fit hiker.
There are safer and easier ways to reach Bullimah Beach and the Bouddi Coastal Walk:
- Putty Beach Campground:
The easiest option is to drive to the Putty Beach Campground and start the Bouddi Coastal Walk from Putty Beach. Bullimah Beach and the Gerrin Point Lookout are less than 1 km from the campground. - Maitland Bay:
Another option is to hike the Maitland Bay Track, which connects with the Bouddi Coastal Walk. This route is longer and more challenging than starting from Putty Beach Campground.
Check out our list of Bouddi National Park walks for more great hiking ideas in this beautiful area on the Central Coast.
