National Parks and Reserves

30 minutes from Bathurst, Sunny Corner State Forest holds a wealth of adventure for anyone looking to get out in nature for a weekend.

Sunny Corner State Forest is open to the public for a range of activities including mountain biking, four-wheel driving, and horse riding on access trails and path. As well as mushroom foraging during the Autumn months. There is also a dedicated recreation area for a free camp.

If you are looking for a great four-wheel-drive adventure, drop into the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre to pick up a copy of our four wheel driving guide where you can read all about the Sunny Corner Circuit. A round trip from Bathurst going through the Turon State Forest, along with Winburndale Nature Reserve and through Sunny Corner State Forest.

Much of the forest is used for pinewood production by the State Forestry Corporation, and visitors are advised to head any signs on-site advising road closures or area restrictions.
Additionally, visitors should be aware of any logging trucks sharing the road and drive to conditions.