The Gatehouse in Grasstrees Private Nature Reserve

Grasstrees Private Nature Reserve is a 115ha conservation area on the northern slopes of Bolivia Hill in the scenic New England region of northern NSW.

The property is managed under a Conservation Agreement In Perpetuity with the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust.  Grasstrees assists also with conservation efforts for several threatened and endangered plant species found on Bolivia Hill. Sightings of Little Eagle are submitted to the Northern Tablelands Threatened Birds of Prey Recovery Strategy. 

Since 2009, the flora and fauna of this property have been observed and documented. The contribution of Dr. Ross McKenzie in documenting and identifying the plants of Grasstrees has been outstanding.   Lists containing upward of 90 bird species and 208 plant species are well established.  Other lists of observations are in various stages of development. A current focus is observing the process and patterns of recovery following drought (2017 – 2019, bushfire (November 2019), La Nina rains (2020 – late 2022) and another extended dry period from May to November 2023.

Visitors will have a passion for nature and for exploring the complexity, challenges and delights of the unique Australian bush. Those with a professional /personal research interest in the biodiversity of Grasstrees are welcome.  Contributions to the Grasstrees natural history knowledge bank are highly valued.

Day visits, overnight or short term accommodation is available.