Border Ranges National Park

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Rainforest creek on Rosewood loop in Border Ranges National Park. Photo credit: John Spencer ©
Campers and tent platform at Sheepstation Creek campground. Credit: John Spencer © DPIE
Border Loop lookout and picnic area in Border Ranges National Park. Credit: John Spencer © DPE
Antarctic beech trees in Border Ranges National Park. Credit: John Spencer © DPE
Bushwalkers on Palm Forest walking track. Credit: John Spencer © DPE
Bushwalkers at a lookout on Palm Forest walking track. Photo credit: John Spencer © DPIE
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Border Ranges National Park

Checked 14 Oct 2026, 3:05 am

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About

Border Ranges National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area is a large area of wilderness that protects untouched rainforest and unique plants and animals connected to the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana.

There are countless opportunities to explore the abundant wonders of the rainforest throughout this rare haven. You can travel around Border Ranges National Park along the Tweed Range Scenic Drive touring route (part of the Rainforest Way) stopping wherever you like for a closer look at this special landscape. Try the short Palm Forest walking track through subtropical rainforest or take the more difficult Booyong walk that leaves from Sheepstation Creek campground.

You're bound to find a beautiful spot for a picnic or barbecue lunch and be sure to stop off at some of the park's lookouts along the way to enjoy magnificent views of the spectacular crater escarpment. Photographers will love capturing billowing waterfalls, views of Wollumbin-Mount Warning and lush rainforest plants.

The park is easily accessible from Kyogle and Lismore; however if you'd prefer to sleep under a blanket of stars and be woken by birds, head to one of the park's campgrounds.

The park at a glance

World Heritage-listed Border Ranges National Park offers scenic walks, cycling, drives and breathtaking views, near Murwillumbah. Enjoy a school excursion or camp amongst the gondwana rainforest.

Border Ranges National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area is a large area of wilderness that protects untouched rainforest and unique plants and animals connected to the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana.

There are countless opportunities to explore the abundant wonders of the rainforest throughout this rare haven. You can travel around Border Ranges National Park along the Tweed Range Scenic Drive touring route (part of the Rainforest Way) – stopping wherever you like for a closer look at this special landscape. Try the short Palm Forest walking track through subtropical rainforest or take the more difficult Booyong walk that leaves from Sheepstation Creek campground.

You’re bound to find a beautiful spot for a picnic or barbecue lunch and be sure to stop off at some of the park’s lookouts along the way to enjoy magnificent views of the spectacular crater escarpment. Photographers will love capturing billowing waterfalls, views of Wollumbin-Mount Warning and lush rainforest plants.

The park is easily accessible from Kyogle and Lismore; however if you’d prefer to sleep under a blanket of stars and be woken by birds, head to one of the park’s campgrounds.

Walks
10
Picnic areas
4
Lookouts
3
Campgrounds
2

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

The perfect time to get away from it all on a family camping trip. Sheepstation Creek campground is a great base for exploring Border Ranges National Park.

Summer

Watching the sunrise from Pinnacle lookout offers the best views of the crater escarpment, Wollumbin-Mount Warning and the coast. You're bound to find it a breathtaking experience.

Autumn

A picnic at Border Loop lookout and picnic area is a must during autumn. It's also a popular spot to see the historic Border Loop railway line.

Winter

Take in the park's scenery from the comfort of your car or motor home as you drive along the Tweed Range Scenic drive. Be sure to take some breaks along the way though – you don't want to miss the views.

Walks in this park

10 walks

Plants and animals

11 species

Animals

  • Albert's lyrebird (Menura alberti)
  • Common ringtail possum (Pseudocheirus peregrinus)
  • Eastern bristlebird (Dasyornis brachypterus)

Plants

  • Grass tree (Xanthorrea spp.)

Protected species listed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Frequently asked questions

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Before you go

Opening

Always open

Vehicle entry

$8 per vehicle per day

Nearby towns

Nimbin (22 km) · Kyogle (30 km) · Murwillumbah (50 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

Kyogle office

02 6632 0000npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au

136 Summerland Way, Kyogle NSW 2474

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Cougal NSW 2474

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