rainforest at Muirs Lookout | |
Nearest town or city | Newcastle |
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Coordinates | 33°05′44″S151°22′06″E / 33.095530°S 151.368326°E Coordinates: 33°05′44″S151°22′06″E / 33.095530°S 151.368326°E |
Established | |
Area | 12,159 hectares [1] |
Managing authorities | NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service |
Website | www |
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