Bulleringa National Park

Park Remote park protecting sandstone ranges and savanna woodlands

A remote Queensland park of sandstone country, eucalypt woodland and seasonal streams; Bulleringa National Park suits 4WD access, bushwalking, birdwatching and primitive camping.

Bulleringa National Park
Bulleringa National Park, Cape York Peninsula region, Queensland, Australia
-17.6061, 143.8907
Open 24/7 (no staffed facilities)
No entry fee; managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service

How to Get to Bulleringa National Park #

The park is remote; the usual approach is by 4WD along Cape York access roads from towns such as Georgetown or Croydon and then north toward more remote stations. Check Queensland Parks for seasonal access advisories and vehicle requirements.

Tips for Visiting Bulleringa National Park #

  • This park is remote-travel with sufficient supplies and tell someone your itinerary
  • Expect minimal infrastructure-there are no developed campgrounds or facilities
  • Best for experienced bushwalkers and wildlife observers; bring a topographic map and satellite communication if possible

Best Time to Visit Bulleringa National Park #

Dry season (May-October) is the only practical time for most visitors due to road conditions.

Dry season (May-Oct)
May-October · 15-30°C
Best window for access-roads are drier and wildlife concentrated at waterholes.
Wet season (Nov-Apr)
November-April · 24-35°C
Unpredictable rains, many tracks impassable; avoid unless well prepared.
Shoulder months (Apr-May)
April-May · 20-32°C
Transition period; some access possible but check conditions.

Weather & Climate near Bulleringa National Park #

Climate

Bulleringa National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in December) and warm winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 13°C to 35°C. Moderate rainfall (865 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (223 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
22° 34°

Weather

223 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (213 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 33°

Weather

213 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 30°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
17° 32°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
19° 34°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is hot with highs of 35°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is the hottest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 35°

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

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