City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin

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30 mins

1.3 km Return

0 m

Easy track

Step back in time on this short easy walk that guides you from Riverside Park picnic area to the ruins of the Milham's family farmhouse. The farm was once a vibrant dairy and today you will still see cattle grazing in the fenced paddocks alongside the walk. From the banks of the north arm of the Hunter River, this walk follows the old farm road (closed to traffic) alongside the paddocks and she oak forest. There is a picnic table in the shade near the old house, a nice quiet spot to sit and reminisce on the rich history and natural beauty of the area.

(0km) Riverside Park car park → Riverside Park int

30 m

0m Easy track

From the Riverside Park car park[1] at the end of The Lane, Kooragang, this walk heads over the grassy and gravel area through timber bollards

[Pinch Point]

[2] for less than 10m to come to an intersection just before the river, marked by a 'Riverside Park' sign[3].
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the gravel track to cross the short fibreglass bridge, keeping the river to the left. After about 10m this walk comes to a 3-way intersection with a gravel footpath, marked by an arrow post sign[4].

Riverside Park

Riverside Park is found near the end of 'The Lane', Kooragang within Hunter Wetlands National Park. There is the City Farm jetty[5] on the banks of the north arm of the Hunter River[6]. You will also find two picnic shelters[7]

[Picnic Shelter]

, each with a water tank

[Potable Water]

. There is also an accessible toilet[8]

[Toilet Accessible]

at the back of the grassy area. There are a few walks that leave from the area and it is also a popular fishing and bird watching area.

(0km) Riverside Park int → City Farm jetty

90 m

1 mins

-1m Easy track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Jetty' arrow[9] along the gravel path[10] keeping the river to the left. After about 40m the path leads past a sheltered picnic area

[Picnic Shelter]

and water tap

[Potable Water]

(on the right) then continues for about 30m to come to a 'Hunter Wetlands National Park' information sign[11] (on the right). Here the walk leads onto the floating jetty ramp[12] with 1m metal fence that leads to the City Farm jetty[13] (there is an 8cm step[14] to access the actual jetty platform[15]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn left.

(0km) Riverside Park int → City Farm ruins

630 m

9 mins

0m Easy track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'City Farm' [16] arrow along the gravel path heading directly away from the river. After about 20m this walk leads past a picnic table (on the left) and then sheltered picnic area

[Picnic Shelter]

and water tap

[Potable Water]

(on the right). About 30m later this walk leads past the track leading to the toilet

[Toilet Accessible]

(on the left). This walk continues straight on, as the track widens, for about 25m to cross over a small bridge[17] where the trail then bends left[18]. Here the mostly flat trail leads alongside the farmland for 400m to then bend right through a gap in the fence and come to a picnic table

[Picnic Table]

(on the right). The walk continues along the trail for another 60m as in bends left to come to the front of The City Farm ruins marked with a 'Riverside park' sign point back[19].

City Farm ruins

The ruins are a part of the City Farm precinct and are specifically the Milham’s farmhouse ruins. The home was built in the 1860s from sandstone quarried from Muree, then transported by bullock dray, then by river. Seashells were commonly used to produce lime in the mortar at the time . The farm was primarily a dairy farm and there are still ruins of the well[21] and milking sheds east of the house.

Maps for the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk

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These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Beresfield	1:25 000 Map Series	92323N BERESFIELD	NSW-92323N
Newcastle	1:100 000 Map Series	9232 NEWCASTLE	9232

Cross sectional view of the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin

Altitude analysis for City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin

Accessibility Profile

This page is designed to give you a sense of the facilities that help improve access for people with disabilities or mobility restrictions. See tracknotes and map for navigation, point of interest and other information. See the Accessibility Details below for specific information about each facility.

Slope: This walk is flat with short hills less than 1:12 steep.

Surface: The first 80m of this walk follows a compressed gravel footpath, the rest of the walk follows an old road, asphalt and dirt in places.

Toilets: There is 1 toilet on this walk.

Seats: There are 3 seats (including picnic tables) on this walk. They are on average 270m apart, with a maximum gap of 530m.

Access hazards: There is 1 access hazard on this walk (such as pinch points, trip hazards or steep sections). See the Accessibility Details and track notes for specifics.

Accessibility Details

1 Pinch Point (5m)

Plastic bollard pinch points around the edge of the carpark. The largest gap between the bollard is 1.3m, 90cm high.

2 Picnic Shelter (53m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seat under roof. The table is 79cm high, 92cm deep and 2.1m wide. The seats are 46cm high, 28cm deep and 2.1m wide (no backrest). The table is on a (6x6m) concrete slab. There is a second similar table opposite not in a shelter.

3 Potable Water (53m)

Water tank beside picnic sheter. Treat water before use. Tap 60cm high on concrete slab.

4 Picnic Shelter (63m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seat under roof. The table is 79cm high, 73cm deep and 2.1m wide. The seats are 46cm high, 44cm deep and 2.1m wide (no backrest). The table is on a (6x6m) concrete slab.

5 Potable Water (63m)

Water tank beside picnic sheter. Treat water before use. Tap 60cm high on concrete slab.

6 Toilet Accessible (99m)

Shared male/female accessible toilet. Entrance is 85cm wide, no hand basin, toilet seat 47cm high with a 87cm high handrail, in a 3x2m room.

7 Picnic Table (588m)

A timber slat picnic table and bench seat. The table is 77cm high, 79cm deep and 1.8m wide. The seats are 47cm high, 19cm deep and 1.8m wide (no backrest). With some shade from a tree.

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	1.3 km
		Time	30 mins
		.
Grade 2/6 Easy track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Clearly signposted (1/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 630m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 30m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

Around 640m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 15m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

This whole walk, 660m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 660m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 660m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 660m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Similar walks

A list of walks that share part of the track with the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk.

Scots Point Way to Riverside Park Trail

1.9 km One way, 45 mins

On this walk you follow a trail nestled between the Hunter River and the glistening wetlands. You will enjoy an abundance of water birds, water views and plenty of places to sit to take it all in. The walk starts with an optional side trip along a boardwalk before following the old road (now closed

Easy track

Rainforest walk to Riverside Park

2 km One way, 45 mins

This walk leads through the heart of Hunter Wetlands National Park allowing you to explore this area rich in history and nature. The boardwalk takes you through a wetland with great water bird viewing opportunities, the rainforest walk leads you through a diverse forest with information signs about

Moderate track

Riverside Park to Scotts Point

2.5 km Return, 45 mins

Explore the bank of the north arm of the Hunter River by following an old road from one picnic area to another. Starting from the well established Riverside Park picnic area, you wander along the mostly flat walk following the asphalt and gravel trail along the banks of the river, through a She Oak

Easy track

Scotts Point circuit

3.9 km Circuit, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk guides you around, then through the wetlands via Scott Point. You first walk along an old closed road on the banks of the Hunter River (north and south arms) then you meander along the lovely boardwalk through the heart of the wetlands then along the rainforest track to see a greater diver

Moderate track

Other Nearby walks

A list of walks that start near the City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk.

Mangrove Boardwalk to Schoolmasters House

1.2 km Return, 30 mins

Wander among the mangroves to step back in time to explore the old Schoolmaster's House that was part of a once vibrant community in the area. Following devastating floods in 1955, the people moved from the area with the area still being leased as farmland. Now, these wetlands are protected as part

Total climbing: 4m

Very easy

The Welcome walk

945 m One way, 30 mins

Come and meander at your own pace through this unique saltmarsh ecosystem. The timber boardwalk guides you among the mangroves as you keep an eye out for baby fish and crabs while also enjoy the birdlife. There are seats along the way making it easy to stop and just watch. There are information sign

Total climbing: 3m

Easy track

Forestway Circuit Walk

2.7 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This is a good walk, a highlight being the delightful Lily Pond picnic area, with its lush vegetation and attractive flowers. This walk travels through eucalyptus forest as well as one section of road walking through a quiet suburban street. The side trip to Richley Park is worthwhile to access th

Total climbing: 91m

Moderate track

Richley Reserve to Carnley Reserve Circuit

2.9 km Circuit, 1 hr 15 mins

A great family length walk that takes in both of the large reserves in the Blackbutt Park. This walk starts at Richley Reserve and travels to Carnley Reserve and the Wildlife Exhibits before returning a different way to Richley Reserve. Never far from facilities, this walk suits families or those wh

Total climbing: 96m

Moderate track

Blackbutt Circuit Walk

6.5 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

This walk is a good longer option walking experience at Blackbutt Reserve. This walk visits the two larger picnic areas of Richley Reserve and Carnley Reserve, as well as the Lily pond and Rain Forest picnic areas. A highlight to this walk is the throughly recommended side trip to the Wildlife Exh

Total climbing: 245m

Moderate track

Tall Trees Circuit Walk

2.8 km Circuit, 1 hr 15 mins

This walk circumnavigates Coal Mine Creek on good trails. The walk starts and finishes at Richley Reserve, which has excellent picnic facilities combined with a lovely outlook over large ponds. The well established eucalyptus forest that this walk travels through surrounds you as you walk along th

Total climbing: 90m

Moderate track

Blackbutt Explorer

6 km Circuit, 2 hrs 30 mins

A meandering walk that takes in much of what Blackbutt Reserve has to offer. This walk completes a figure 8 while following the trails around Blackbutt Reserve. The side trip to the Wildlife Exhibits is considered a must see. There are many opportunities to stop along this walk, be it at a seat a

Total climbing: 225m

Moderate track

Richley Reserve Circuit

731 m Circuit, 30 mins

This easy walk, which is wheelchair accessible, travels through open grasslands that are surrounded by healthy eucalyptus forest. The grasslands have two large ponds, with two black swans on the lower pond. Do beware of the swans defending their territory. Richley Reserve is well maintained and

Total climbing: 21m

Very easy

Black Duck Creek Circuit Walk

2.1 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk circumnavigates Black Duck Creek by following the shady Blueberry Ash trail. The walk then returns to Carnley Reserve using the Main Ridge Walking Trail. This relatively short walk has a good combination of shady moist forest and more exposed ridge forest. Make sure you visit the Wildli

Total climbing: 89m

Moderate track

Rod Earp Rain Forest Circuit (from Lookout Rd)

1.9 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This quiet and secluded walk is an easy amble through attractive rainforest. This walk circumnavigates Rainforest Creek and takes the walker into cool dense forest. You are likely to see flying foxes in the trees and if you are lucky, a Powerful Owl. Accessed from the quieter Lookout Road car par

Total climbing: 104m

Moderate track

Main Ridge Circuit Walk

2.5 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk follows a wide trail along eucalyptus lined broad ridges as it circumnavigates Black Duck Creek. This walk starts and finishes at Carnley Reserve and while there, why not enjoy a picnic and/or visit to the Wildlife Exhibits. Combined with the excellent facilities at Carnley Reserve, thi

Total climbing: 92m

Moderate track

Rod Earp Rainforest Circuit (from Carnley Ave)

2 km Circuit, 1 Hr

This walk takes the walker into a dense cool rainforest that seems a world away from the hustle and bustle of Newcastle city. You're likely to see flying foxes in the trees and, if you're lucky, a Powerful Owl. Starting and finishing at the Carnley Ave Reserve, this walk can easily be combined wit

Total climbing: 99m

Moderate track

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The City Farm walk to Milhams Farmhouse Ruin walk starts and ends at the Riverside Park car park (gps: -32.833948, 151.70896)

Car. There is free parking available.<br /> (get details)

Weather Forecast

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district.

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Current Alerts

Live alerts aren't available for this walk. Check the NPWS website for closures and the RFS for current fire danger.

Park Information

Hunter Wetlands National Park

Hunter Wetlands National Park is in Kooragang north of Newcastle. The island national park is based around a the Kooragang Wetlands is home to interesting historic and natural features. Enjoy boardwalks, river views, bike riding and picnicking.

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