Werrikimbe National Park

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Attraction
Werrikimbe National Park
Werrikimbe National Park
Werrikimbe National Park
Werrikimbe National Park
Werrikimbe National Park
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Werrikimbe National Park

Checked 13 Oct 2026, 1:05 pm

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About

If you're looking to get away from the crowds and explore pristine wilderness, then Werrikimbe National Park is the place for you.

Part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, it's a unique natural landscape with ancient rainforest, tall eucalypt forests, pristine rivers, cascading waterfalls, rugged escarpment and deep gullies. In spring, the forests and heathland burst with colourful wildflowers.

Visit for the day, or spend a few more enjoying the tranquility of secluded campgrounds, walking tracks, and picnic areas.

With over 120 bird species, birdwatching is a fantastic activity to enjoy here. As you spy lyrebirds in the rainforest, you'll find a range of other forest birds such as eastern yellow robins and rufous fantails. If you're lucky, you might spot rare bird species like olive whistlers, rufous scrub-birds and sooty owls.

The park at a glance

Werrikimbe National Park, near Port Macquarie and Walcha, offers walks through World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest, camping, picnicking, scenic drives and 4WD trails.

If you’re looking to get away from the crowds and explore pristine wilderness, then Werrikimbe National Park is the place for you.

Part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, it’s a unique natural landscape with ancient rainforest, tall eucalypt forests, pristine rivers, cascading waterfalls, rugged escarpment and deep gullies. In spring, the forests and heathland burst with colourful wildflowers.

Visit for the day, or spend a few more enjoying the tranquility of secluded campgrounds, walking tracks, and picnic areas.

With over 120 bird species, birdwatching is a fantastic activity to enjoy here. As you spy lyrebirds in the rainforest, you’ll find a range of other forest birds such as eastern yellow robins and rufous fantails. If you’re lucky, you might spot rare bird species like olive whistlers, rufous scrub-birds and sooty owls.

Walks
5
Campgrounds
3
Places to stay
1
Picnic areas
1

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

See the bushland burst with colour as the spring wildflowers attract a range of birds.

Summer

Escape the crowds and the coastal heat and enjoy walking in cool temperate rainforest.

Autumn

Bathe in warm days and huddle around the campfire on cool nights at one of the remote campgrounds.

Winter

Experience crystal clear days and crisp early morning frosts. Listen out for the night-time territorial calls of large forest owls from your tent.

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

5 places

Places to stay (1)

Walks in this park

5 walks
  • Carabeen walk

    Grade 3 · Moderate · 1.8km loop · 1hr

Frequently asked questions

8 questions

Reviews & Ratings

Gail Lewin

Gail Lewin

Google review

Stayed at Mooraback Cabin and loved it, the bushwalks from the cabin were lovely, kangaroos visited every day with their joey's, the solar power and hot water were terrific, comfy beds and a log fire! You do need to chop the wood to get kindling. The weather was very changeable, make sure you have a good waterproof jacket. Carabeen walk was fabulous, magnificent trees! Definitely recommend making the effort to get there!

Before you go

Opening

Always open

Nearby towns

Wauchope (65 km) · Walcha (90 km) · Port Macquarie (98 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

Port Macquarie office

02 6588 5555npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au

22 Blackbutt Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Bago NSW 2446

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