Bulahdelah Mountain is a designated Aboriginal Place, in recognition of its cultural, spiritual and historical significance to the Worimi people.
People talk about Country in the same way they would talk about a person.
Welcome
Worimi people are the traditional custodians of this country and we welcome you. Please respect our country and enjoy this beautiful place.
Worimi Country is generally bounded by four rivers: the Hunter River to the south; Manning River to the north; and the Allyn and Paterson Rivers to the west. This region was home to 18 clan groups or ngurras all of whom spoke the Gathang (Kattang, Kuttung) language.
Country is central to Worimi culture as a place of belonging and belief.
It is more than just the land and includes all living things, the seasons, stories and creation spirits.
“People talk about Country in the same way they would talk about a person: they speak to Country, sing to Country, visit Country, worry about Country, feel sorry for Country and long for Country. People say that Country knows, hears, smells, takes notice, takes care, is sorry or happy…Country is a living entity with a yesterday, today and tomorrow, with a consciousness and a will towards life.”
(Deborah Bird Rose ‘Nourishing Terrains’ 1996)
Carved trees
Carved trees mark this Aboriginal Place. They are a reminder to people walking by that this is a special area, a message to you that Boolah-Dillah Mountain is spiritually significant.
Explore Worimi Country on this mountain
These walking tracks lead you to two lookouts through beautiful eucalypt forest. While experiencing the splendour of the forest please consider the cultural significance of this Aboriginal Place.
Rest or picnic at the Worimi cultural area on your way to Mountain Lookout which has views over Bulahdelah township and beyond.
Alternatively Ted Baker lookout has views across the Myall River towards the coast.
These tracks are signposted, formed tracks with some obstacles including steep hills and a varying amount of steps. Some bushwalking experience is recommended:
Boolah-Dillah Track
- From car park to Worimi Cultural Area
- 2.2 km return, 40 min–1 hr
The initial ascent is the steepest and becomes moderate after the intersection with the Ted Baker Track.
Ted Baker Track
- From Boolah Dillah Track to lookout
- 840m return, 20–40 min
Medium grade with many steps and level sections. The lookout is natural rock cliff with no barrier fencing.
Mountain Track
- From Worimi Cultural Area to Mountain Lookout
- 1.7 km return, 30–45 min
Medium grade with many steps and level sections. The lookout is natural rock cliff with no barrier fencing.
Acknowledgements: Karuah Local Aboriginal Land Council; NSW Forestry Corporation
