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Check park alerts for the most recent information regarding park access, closures, and conditions.
Whether you’re planning a trip to a park, live close to a protected area or state forest, or it’s bushfire season, there are a few things you can do to stay safe and assist those…
Our wildlife and Park Rangers look forward to welcoming you to the park. As part of our COVID-safe plan, we have implemented some changes—please ensure you review all information before you visit.
Learn about new land acquired for adding or converting to national parks as part of the ongoing expansion of Queensland’s public protected area system.
To boost public safety new offences and increased fines are now in place to deter people from engaging in dangerous or careless behaviours like feeding, disturbing and interfering with dangerous animals.
Join our Rangers on 3 remarkable virtual parks tours and experience what it’s like to be there—to see, hear, and learn—all from the comfort of your home.
Our wildlife and Park Rangers look forward to welcoming you to the park. As part of our COVID-safe plan, we have implemented some changes—please ensure you review all information before you visit.
Queensland National Parks are full of unforgettable moments—whether you’re camping, exercising or simply reconnecting with nature, there’s an outdoor experience for everyone! So ‘Think outside’ and find your next adventure now!
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A detailed overview of national parks, state forests and recreation areas in Queensland. Browse parks for bushwalks, picnics, accessibility, camping and fishing. With links to permits and a regional map of Queensland.
Camping is a great way to experience the bush and see wildlife. Queensland's parks and forests offer a range of camping opportunities, from remote camp sites for bushwalkers to camping areas with amenities and sites for camper trailers and caravans as well as tents.
Nature-based recreation and tourism are allowed in most Queensland national parks where you can walk, camp, watch birds, ride horses or mountain bikes, or venture out in your four-wheel-drive. Permits are required for some activities in some locations.
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