Mega Cave

One of the most impressive hidden caves on the Central Coast, Mega Cave is a giant sandstone overhang tucked away in the bush near Somersby. The cave itself honestly feels bigger in person than photos make it look, with layered sandstone walls, huge overhangs and a pretty wild atmosphere once you’re standing inside it.

WHAT TO PACK: closed in shoes, water, snacks, bug spray, first aid kit, hat, sunscreen, PLB, camera.

GUIDE TO:

This walk is unofficial and sections are unmarked, so having a guide beforehand definitely helps.

Quick Overview Location:

Somersby, Central Coast NSW

Walk Type: Return or loop walk

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance: Approx. 4–5km

Time: 2–3 hours depending on exploring

Dog Friendly: Not recommended

Track Type: Fire trail + rough bush track

Best Time To Visit: Early morning or late afternoon for softer light

Important Things To Know

* This is an unofficial bush track

* Some sections are overgrown and uneven

* There are no signs leading to Mega Cave

* Wear proper shoes. some rock sections get slippery

* Long pants help with the scratchy bush sections

* Avoid after heavy rain

* Reception can be patchy

Parking Location:

There’s limited roadside parking near the trail entrance on Myoora Road.

Parking Coordinates: 33.42333° S, 151.26980° E

Park fully off the road and avoid blocking gates or turning areas.

Mega Cave Coordinates Destination Coordinates: 33.42724° S, 151.25933° E (approximate cave location)

Step By Step Directions

Step 1 — Start At The Fire Trail Gate From the parking area, walk through the gate onto the wide fire trail. You’ll follow this easy trail for roughly 200 meters. The start is straightforward and mostly flat.

Step 2 — Continue Straight At The Junction You’ll reach a split in the trail. There’s an optional detour here to Aboriginal engravings, but for Mega Cave continue straight ahead. The track begins gradually descending.

Step 3 — Follow The Powerline Trail You’ll eventually reach powerlines overhead. Continue following the fire trail downhill beneath the powerlines. This section is easy to follow and acts as your main navigation point for a while.

Step 4 — The Small Rock Scramble After following the powerline trail downhill, keep an eye out for a small side section that takes you briefly off the main fire trail.

This part involves a short rock scramble down through sandstone and bush. It’s not overly difficult, but you’ll want decent shoes here, especially if the rocks are wet. The scramble then pops you back out onto another fire trail near a power cage/utility area.

From here, continue heading downhill along the fire trail. You’ll notice the trail slowly becoming less maintained the further you go.

Along this section you’ll pass:

* A Danger High Pressure Main sign *

A rough rocky section in the trail road Not long after this, keep an eye out on your right-hand side for a small bush track opening. Important: There’s a FALSE track entrance before the real one. Ignore the first small side track you pass. Continue a little further until you reach the second opening, this is the correct entrance and where you’ll begin seeing the pink ribbons/markers leading the way.

Step 5 — Follow The Pink Ribbons After entering the correct bush track, you’ll begin spotting pink ribbons tied to trees and branches. These markers are important and help guide the route through the bush. The trail becomes much narrower from here and starts feeling far more adventurous.

Step 6 — The Final Climb Near the end you’ll reach white gum trees and sandstone rock shelves. You’ll see the giant cave wall appear above you. A short rocky climb leads directly into Mega Cave itself. And honestly… this thing is HUGE.

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What To Expect At Mega Cave

Mega Cave is a massive sandstone overhang with layered orange and pink rock textures throughout the walls and ceiling. Depending on recent rain you may also see: * Small waterfalls * Dripping moss walls * Fern covered sections nearby The cave floor is sandy and surprisingly spacious. Photos really don’t show the scale properly until you’re standing inside it.

Optional Extra Cave

There’s also a smaller cave nearby if you continue exploring past Mega Cave itself. You’ll notice another overhang area further along the cliff line. Just be careful here as some rock sections become slippery.

Is The Walk Worth It?

Absolutely. This is one of those spots that genuinely feels hidden and adventurous without requiring an all-day hike. The mix of: * sandstone cliffs * bush track navigation * massive cave formations * hidden location makes it one of the more unique walks on the Central Coast.

Tips Before You Go

* Download offline maps beforehand

* Bring more water than you think you need

* Go with a friend if possible

* Avoid midday heat in summer

* Be careful on wet rock

* Leave no rubbish behind

Nearby Spots Worth Visiting If you’re already exploring the area:

* Somersby Falls

* Piles Creek Loop

* Kariong Brook Falls

* Girrakool Loop Track