Visit a national park

Search for a national park or nature reserve. Check park safety alerts. Find campgrounds and caravan parks. Volunteer to help the environment.

Check current park closures, safety advice and weather warnings

Before visiting a national park, make sure you've checked for fires, floods and park closures. Check the local weather and make sure you have the right clothing and equipment for a safe and comfortable journey.

Before visiting a national park, please check the latest COVID-19 advice about closures and restrictions.

Current park closures, fire and safety alerts

Current weather warnings

7 day NSW weather forecast

Find a park

There are more than 870 national parks and reserves in NSW covering over 7 million hectares of land.

Many of these parks are open to visitors to explore and enjoy while other areas are dedicated to the conservation of our state's biodiversity.

Find things to do

Discover a host of things to do in NSW national parks including cycling, walking, birdwatching, canoeing and adventure sports. Find picnic and barbecue areas, scenic lookouts and places of historic heritage.

Annual NSW parks pass

Park entry fees for motor vehicles apply at 45 of NSW's national parks and reserves. If you are a regular visitor to NSW national parks, an annual pass may save you money on your motor vehicle entry fees.

Park policies

Our park management policies cover many issues and situations. These policies are designed to protect native plants, animals and ecosystems while meeting the needs and safety of visitors.

Related apps

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NSW National Parks

Heading to a NSW national park? Be prepared with the NSW National Parks app.

With information on over 225 national parks and hundreds of things to see, do and places to stay, it's the ultimate NSW parks guide for your phone.

Download information on selected parks when you’re at home, then you can access park maps, guides and important info when you're in a national park and may not have internet access or mobile reception.

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