Blue Lake National Park

Park Small national park protecting an upland volcanic lake

Small Queensland park protecting a clear freshwater lake and surrounding eucalypt or rainforest; people visit for birdwatching, short walks and seasonal swimming.

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Blue Lake National Park
-27.5217, 153.4774

How to Get to Blue Lake National Park #

Blue Lake National Park is accessed by regional roads off the Bruce Highway or inland routes depending on the park’s specific location. Local visitor centres can provide exact access points and track conditions.

Tips for Visiting Blue Lake National Park #

  • If hiking the crater rim, start in the morning to avoid afternoon winds that can kick up suddenly.
  • Look for interpretive signs at trailheads - they explain the geology and local ecology which are easily missed.
  • Camping nearby requires permits in some zones; check Queensland Parks for regulations.

Best Time to Visit Blue Lake National Park #

Blue Lake National Park in Queensland is most accessible in the dry winter months when trails are more reliable.

Winter/Dry season
May-September · 10-22°C
Clearer skies and easier trail conditions; best for hiking.
Wet season
October-April · 18-30°C
Tropical rains can make access difficult, but the rainforest looks lush.

Weather & Climate near Blue Lake National Park #

Climate

Blue Lake National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1616 mm/year), wettest in May.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

171 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (211 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

211 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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