Apudthama National Park Park

Remote Cape York national park with coastal ecosystems

A remote national park on Cape York's northern coast protecting coastline, wetlands and savanna; adventurous visitors come for fishing, remote beaches and Indigenous cultural landscapes.

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Apudthama National Park at a Glance#

Website: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/apudthama

Hours: Parkland open year-round; management and visitor services vary seasonally

Admission: Free (park entry); permits and fees may apply for certain activities-check Queensland Parks site

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How to Get to Apudthama National Park#

Apudthama is remote. Access typically involves a flight to Weipa or other Cape York airstrips, then 4WD over unsealed roads and river crossings; some areas require boat access. Visitors should coordinate with Park management and local Indigenous ranger groups for permits and current access advice.

Tips for Visiting Apudthama National Park#

  • Use a 4WD vehicle where tracks exist; many approaches are over sand and rough terrain.
  • Plan sea and river crossings with a local operator-some areas are seasonally inaccessible during the wet season.
  • Respect Indigenous cultural sites; Apudthama is managed in partnership with Traditional Owners and some areas are restricted.

Best Time to Visit Apudthama National Park#

The dry season (May-September) is the most practical time to visit for access and safer conditions; the wet season is spectacular but remote.

Dry season
May-September · 20-30°C
Cooler temperatures and more reliable access; best time for boat trips and walking.
Wet season
December-March · 25-35°C
High rainfall, swollen rivers and limited road access; dramatic waterfalls and lush growth but travel is difficult.

Weather & Climate near Apudthama National Park#

Climate

Apudthama National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1779 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 24° - 31° 27° 427 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
February - 24° - 30° 27° 369 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
March - 24° - 30° 27° 353 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
April - 23° - 30° 27° 193 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
May - 23° - 29° 26° 58 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
June - 21° - 28° 25° 32 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
July - 20° - 28° 24° 25 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
August - 20° - 28° 24° 14 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
September - 21° - 29° 25° 7 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
October - 22° - 31° 26° 21 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
November - 23° - 32° 28° 63 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
December - 24° - 32° 28° 217 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -