Abercrombie River National Park

Park Protected New South Wales park with river gorges

A rugged national park in New South Wales with river gorges, sandstone cliffs and eucalyptus woodland; the area attracts bushwalkers, canoeists and backcountry campers.

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Abercrombie River National Park
Abercrombie River National Park, New South Wales, Australia (nearest town: Oberon)
-34.0985, 149.6679
Park open daily (no gate hours); facilities vary by site

How to Get to Abercrombie River National Park #

The park is accessed from the town of Oberon (about 45-60 minutes by road). From Oberon, follow local roads toward the Abercrombie River valley and park entry points. The area is best reached by car; check the NSW National Parks website for track and seasonal information.

Tips for Visiting Abercrombie River National Park #

  • Use the start of the Abercrombie River walking tracks for short riverside walks; long hikes are remote and require navigation skills.
  • Check with the NSW National Parks office for current track closures and road conditions - heavy rains can wash tracks quickly.
  • Bring a map and let local rangers know of intended routes; mobile reception is unreliable in remote valleys.

Best Time to Visit Abercrombie River National Park #

Autumn and spring are the best times to visit for comfortable walking conditions and good scenery; avoid heavy rain periods when tracks may close.

Autumn
March-May · 8-22°C
Leaf colour and crisp days make for pleasant walking and photography.
Spring
September-November · 10-24°C
Wildflowers and warmer days; ideal for longer hikes and river views.

Weather & Climate near Abercrombie River National Park #

Climate

Abercrombie River National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 1°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (769 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 86 mm of rain.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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