The Gardens feature a large expanse of natural bushland with a network of bush walking trails up to 8km in length. These walks give you a chance to see the wide array of wildlife in the Gardens - goannas, possums, wallabies and even Koalas. The under storey of shrubs and herbs blooms with colourful wildflowers in Spring. The cycad Macrozamia communis is common throughout the Gardens and its seed cone is used as our logo. The site is enhanced by two wetlands which have particular botanical interest.
Aboriginal people have a detailed knowledge of the natural environment.
Signs throughout the Gardens describe plants used by Kooris, especially on the Gundabooka Trail. This fascinating trail features plants which were used by the Aboriginal people for food, medicine and other purposes. The Gardens are located on the Pacific Highway, 4km North of the Hexham Bridge, between Newcastle and Raymond Terrace. Do not pick, damage or remove plants or seeds. Don't bring pets into the Gardens.