Windsor Downs spotlight tour
Windsor Downs Nature Reserve
Overview
Join us for a free guided tour at Windsor Downs Nature Reserve, which is part of the critically endangered Cumberland Plain in Western Sydney. We'll set out after dark to see some stunning nocturnal creatures.
- When
Thursday 10 April 2025, 6pm to 8pm
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Grade
- Easy. Suitable for adults and children (5 years and older). You’ll walk 2km on flat unsealed trails.
- Meeting point
- Reserve entry on Surprise Crescent.
- What to
bring - Sturdy shoes, suitable clothing, torch, drinking water
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.
The best way to see our native nocturnal animals is in their own habitat. Come with an inquisitive mind on this family-friendly evening tour. Our expert guide will lead you through the reserve, pointing out unique wildlife as you walk.
You might see the vulnerable squirrel glider, feathertail glider, sugar glider, tawny frog mouth, sooty owl, or even various tiny microbats. Find out about each animal and why they’re so important in this complex ecosystem.
Windsor Downs Nature Reserve protects some of the largest and most ecologically intact remnants of the extensive woodlands that once covered the Cumberland Plain and dominated Western Sydney. You’ll learn about important conservation programs happening in this threatened ecological community, and how you can help to look after this special place.
Please wear clothing suitable for the conditions, enclosed shoes and bring a full water bottle and a torch.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/guided-tours/windsor-downs-spotlight-tour/local-alerts
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in Windsor Downs Nature Reserve in the Sydney and surrounds region
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Windsor Downs spotlight tour.
Getting there and parking
Windsor Downs Nature Reserve is 3.5 km south of Windsor between the suburbs of Bligh Park and Berkshire Park (36km north-west of Sydney).
To get there from Windsor:
- Follow Macquarie Street/A9 from Windsor and continue on as it becomes George Street/A9
- Turn left onto Colonial Drive
- Turn right onto Alexander Street and follow to Surprise Crescent on the right
- Access to the reserve is on Surprise Crescent.
Parking
Free parking available on Surprise Crescent.