Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours
Night tours during the ghost fungus season (April-June) to see glowing mushrooms! Day tours and other offerings for other times of the year are on the way. Located on Awabakal land (Newcastle, NSW).
Black Light Nights (adults-only edition)
Between Friday 11 September 2026 and Friday 25 September 2026
Join us for Black Light Nights, a limited season of tours in September, to see Glenrock State Conservation Area in a whole new light.
In this small-group night tour, you will be provided specialist UV equipment to search for glowing scorpions, spiders, lichen and more. Your guide, Karen, will provide safety information, the science behind fluorescence, and a whole lot of fun.
Note that this tour will NOT include bioluminescent mushrooms, which bloom in May/June.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these, and emailed questions are usually covered.
For safety reasons, participants must wear closed shoes, long pants and long sleeves. Cleaned safety glasses will be issued.
Terms and Conditions:
0. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes, long pants and long sleeves to participate in a tour. They must not be affected by drugs or alcohol.
1. No pets are allowed in national parks.
2. Children are not included on this tour. We have many other tours dedicated just for families!
3. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tour meeting point will be advised the day before the tour via email.
4. Tours run for roughly 1 hr 30 minutes.
5. It is recommended that ticket holders bring a torch. Tours will go ahead in the rain. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
6. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 3 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
7. Ticket holders attest that they will follow all safety instructions or else UV equipment will be removed. Ticket holders attest they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
8. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or late arrival.
9. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
10. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial or unsafe behaviour, with no refund given. This includes ignoring safety briefing or detracting from the enjoyment of others.
11. This ticket is non-transferable.
12. Proof of concession card may be requested.
13. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children unless consent is given. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent is provided in writing. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area
Black Light Nights (family edition)
Between Saturday 12 September 2026 and Wednesday 30 September 2026
Join us for Black Light Nights, a limited season of tours in September, to see Glenrock State Conservation Area in a whole new light.
In this small-group night tour, you will be provided specialist UV equipment to search for glowing scorpions, spiders, lichen and more. Your guide, Karen, will provide safety information, the science behind fluorescence, and a whole lot of fun.
For safety reasons, children must be aged 8+ to participate and will share UV equipment with their supervising adult. All participants must wear long pants, long sleeves and closed shoes.
You don't need to have kids to join, but there are dedicated adults-only tours each Friday night too.
Note that this tour will NOT include bioluminescent mushrooms, which bloom in May/June.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these, and emailed questions are usually covered.
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Terms and Conditions:
0. Ticket holders must wear long pants, long sleeves and closed shoes to participate in a tour. They must not be affected by drugs or alcohol.
1. No pets are allowed in national parks.
2. Adults must supervise children (ages 8-16) at all times, and not pass the adult torches to children. Equipment will be removed for safety reasons if misused, making the guide very unpopular.
3. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tour meeting point will be advised the day before the tour via email.
4. Tours run for roughly 1 hr 30 minutes.
5. It is recommended that ticket holders bring a regular torch. Tours will go ahead in the rain. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
6. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 3 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
7. Ticket holders attest that they will follow all safety instructions or else UV equipment will be removed. Ticket holders attest they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
8. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or late arrival.
9. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
10. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial or unsafe behaviour, with no refund given. This includes ignoring safety briefing or detracting from the enjoyment of others.
11. This ticket is non-transferable.
12. Proof of concession card may be requested.
13. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children unless consent is given. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent is provided in writing. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area
Night tour 2026 release 4 -- Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is excited to release more tickets for night tours in 2026 to view ghost fungus. There is one lonely ghost mushroom to view and there is no guarantee that it will glow. Fingers crossed...
A 50c booking fee per ticket is collected by TryBooking.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these.
Terms and Conditions:
1. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
2. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
3. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
4. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
5. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial behaviour, with no refund given.
6. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour. No pets are allowed in national parks.
7. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain protection, warm clothes and a torch. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
8. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
9. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
10. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. This tour is not suitable for ages 0-4.
11. Proof of concession card may be requested.
12. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tours run for roughly 50 minutes.
13. Tour meeting point will be advised a few hours before the tour via email.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children unless parents consent. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Day time fungus stroll (adults-only edition)
Between Saturday 11 July 2026 and Saturday 18 July 2026
In this daytime stroll on the weekend, we will explore all the various fungi that comes out in Glenrock after the rain. The tour is hosted by Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours.
In July, the Great Aussie Fungi Hunt is being held across Australia and we too will log our finds!
Before coming on the tour, participants may want to download the iNaturalist app and watch the following video about the Hunt:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gtC9Xsf5e0
Note that this tour will NOT include glowing fungus, which is viewed at night.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these, and emailed questions are usually covered.
Terms and Conditions:
0. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour.
1. No pets are allowed in national parks.
2. Children are not included on this tour. We have many other tours dedicated just for families!
3. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tour meeting point will be advised the day before the tour via email.
4. Tours run for roughly 1 hr 30 minutes.
5. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain and sun protection, enclosed shoes, and warm clothes. Tours will go ahead in the rain. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
6. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
7. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
8. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
9. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
10. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial or unsafe behaviour, with no refund given. This includes ignoring safety briefing or detracting from the enjoyment of others.
11. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
12. Proof of concession card may be requested.
13. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children unless consent is given. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area (Brunker Rd section).
Day time fungus stroll (school holiday edition)
Between Monday 6 July 2026 and Friday 17 July 2026
In this daytime stroll during school holidays, we will explore all the various fungi that comes out in Glenrock after the rain. The tour is hosted by Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours.
In July, the Great Aussie Fungi Hunt is being held across Australia and we too will log our finds!
Before coming on the tour, families may want to download the iNaturalist app and watch the following video about the Hunt:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gtC9Xsf5e0
Note that this tour will NOT include glowing fungus, which is viewed at night.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these, and emailed questions are usually covered.
Terms and Conditions:
0. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour.
1. No pets are allowed in national parks.
2. Children under 16 years of age must be supervised at all times by an accompanying adult with a ticket. Not suitable for ages 0-4.
3. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tour meeting point will be advised the day before the tour via email.
4. Tours run for roughly 1 hr 30 minutes.
5. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain and sun protection, enclosed shoes, and warm clothes. Tours will go ahead in the rain. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
6. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
7. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
8. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
9. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
10. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial or unsafe behaviour, with no refund given. This includes ignoring safety briefing or detracting from the enjoyment of others.
11. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
12. Proof of concession card may be requested.
13. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children unless consent is given. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Night tour 2026 release 3 -- Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours
Between Thursday 28 May 2026 and Tuesday 23 June 2026
Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is excited to release more tickets for night tours in 2026 to view ghost fungus.
A 50c booking fee per ticket is collected by TryBooking.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these.
Terms and Conditions:
1. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
2. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
3. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
4. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
5. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial behaviour, with no refund given.
6. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour. No pets are allowed in national parks.
7. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain protection, warm clothes and a torch. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
8. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
9. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
10. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. This tour is not suitable for ages 0-4.
11. Proof of concession card may be requested.
12. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tours run for roughly 50 minutes.
13. Tour meeting point will be advised a few hours before the tour via email.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Day time fungus stroll -- Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours
Monday 1 June 2026
In this daytime tour, we will explore all the various fungi that has come out in Glenrock after the rain. What a way to celebrate the first day of winter!
Note that this tour will NOT include glowing fungus, which is viewed at night.
Also, be aware that I am not a mycologist and will be able to name few of the species!
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these.
Terms and Conditions:
1. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
2. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
3. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
4. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
5. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial behaviour, with no refund given.
6. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour. No pets are allowed in national parks.
7. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain protection, and warm clothes. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
8. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
9. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
10. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. This tour is not suitable for ages 0-4.
11. Proof of concession card may be requested.
12. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tours run for roughly 1 hr 20 minutes.
13. Tour meeting point will be advised one hour before the tour via email.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children unless consent is given. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Night tour 2026 release 2 -- Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is excited to release tickets for night tours to view ghost fungus.
If there is a thunderstorm warning active, the tour will be cancelled and refunded one hour before start.
A 50c booking fee per ticket is collected by TryBooking.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these. They also contain information on what to expect on a tour.
Terms and Conditions:
1. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
2. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
3. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
4. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
5. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial behaviour, with no refund given.
6. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour. No pets are allowed in national parks.
7. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain protection, warm clothes and a torch. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
8. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
9. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
10. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. This tour is not suitable for ages 0-4.
11. Proof of concession card may be requested.
12. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tours run for roughly 50 minutes.
13. Tour meeting point will be advised an hour before the tour via email.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Night tour 2026 release 1 -- Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is excited to release the first tickets for night tours in 2026 to view ghost fungus.
At this stage, these tickets are only for those on the waiting list who received notification of a tour. A 50c booking fee per ticket is collected by TryBooking.
Please read the terms and conditions for a tour carefully as purchase of a ticket acknowledges these.
Terms and Conditions:
1. This ticket is proof of purchase of the above event and, if requested, must be presented at the time of admission.
2. This ticket is non-transferable and only one entry is valid per ticket purchased.
3. Please choose carefully as there are no refunds due to change of mind or arriving late.
4. If the event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund or credit will be issued to patrons.
5. The event organiser (Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours) reserves the right to refuse entry for unsocial behaviour, with no refund given.
6. Ticket holders must wear closed shoes and not be affected by drugs or alcohol to participate in a tour. No pets are allowed in national parks.
7. It is recommended that ticket holders bring rain protection, warm clothes and a torch. Please be advised there are no facilities including toilets in Glenrock.
8. Ticket holders attest they are capable of walking up to 2 kilometres on uneven, muddy trails.
9. Ticket holders attest that they will stay on trails and not disturb the natural habitat.
10. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. This tour is not suitable for ages 0-4.
11. Proof of concession card may be requested.
12. Tours will leave on time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure you can find parking. Tours run for roughly 50 minutes.
13. Tour meeting point will be advised a few hours before the tour via email.
14. This ticket has been created and managed using the TryBooking site and is also subject to the Terms and Conditions of TryBooking.
15. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours has all rights to photograph the event, but will not include the faces of children. Participants can advise if they do not wish to be photographed.
16. Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours is solely responsible for all issues relating to the sale of tickets. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Karen on ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com.
17. Your data will not be used for marketing purposes unless consent was provided at the point of purchase. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting ghostfungus@karenlivesey.com. Our privacy policy can be found at www.karenlivesey.com/ghost-fungus.
Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours -- Meet and Greet
Saturday 18 April 2026
This is a free event at the Thirsty Messiah Brewery to ask questions about ghost fungus or Glenrock Ghost Fungus Tours.
All ages welcome.
Why not stay for a mushroom pizza?? Participants are to buy their own food and drink.
(This is also a way to test out the TryBooking platform ahead of night tours!)
Thirsty Messiah Brewery
