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.
Abercrombie River National Park at a Glance#
Address: Abercrombie River National Park, New South Wales, Australia (nearest town: Oberon)
Website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
Hours: 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.
Weather & Climate near Abercrombie River National Park#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 13° - 26° | 19° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 13° - 25° | 19° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 58 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 7° - 19° | 13° | 53 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 57 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 2° - 11° | 4° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 1° - 10° | 3° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 2° - 11° | 4° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 15° | 8° | 66 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 18° | 12° | 70 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 9° - 21° | 15° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 11° - 24° | 18° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |