Conway National Park and Conway Conservation Park Whitsundays

Impulse Creek, Conway Range trail, Conway National Park Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government

Coral Beach, Conway Conservation Park Photo credit: Linda Thompson © Queensland Government

Hayward Gully way, Conway National Park

Pass through lowland rainforest and over rocky gullies as you explore the tidal interface between land and sea situated on the fringe of Conway’s vast protected area.

Journey type
Walk, cycle
Distance
3.2km return
Time suggested
Allow 1.5hr walking time and allow 30min riding time
Grade
Grade 2 walking track Easy mountain-bike trail

Accessible by

  • Conventional vehicle

Journey facilities

  • Walking
  • Cycling

Branching off the Coastal Fringe circuit journey through lowland rainforest and over rocky gullies as you explore the tidal interface between land and sea situated on the fringe of Conway’s vast protected area.

Pack your camera! A small patch of mangroves and associated wildlife adds diversity to this trail.

Getting there and getting around

Hayward Gully way is in Conway National Park about 7km southeast of Airlie Beach.

  • From the Conway day-use area follow the Coastal Fringe circuit for 600m to reach the Hayward Gully way turnoff.
  • The trail loops around Haywood Gully and passes by a small patch of mangroves. Return the same way you came, then continue along the Coastal Fringe circuit back to the Conway day-use area.

Wheelchair access

There is no wheelchair access to Haywood Gully way.

Before you visit

Opening hours

Hayward Gully way is open all year round. Access maybe closed at times due to localised flooding, severe weather or park management activities.

Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.

Visiting safely

For more safety information see: