Castle Tower National Park
Park Remote park with sandstone pillars and gorges
Rugged sandstone bluffs and remote bushland attract walkers and photographers to Castle Tower National Park. Expect short hikes, eucalypt woodland and opportunities for birdwatching in central Queensland’s quieter reserves.
How to Get to Castle Tower National Park #
Castle Tower National Park is reached by road from the nearest regional centre in central Queensland (check local maps and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for exact access). Many access points are via unsealed roads and may require a high-clearance or 4x4 vehicle; consult QPWS for current track conditions and permit requirements.
Tips for Visiting Castle Tower National Park #
- Check with the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for road access: many internal tracks are 4x4-only after rain.
- Look for Aboriginal signage and rock art panels-respect site closures and cultural protocols.
- Start early to avoid mid-day heat and to catch morning light on the sandstone towers.
Best Time to Visit Castle Tower National Park #
Best visited in the cooler, drier months (autumn to spring) when access is easier and wildlife is more visible.
Weather & Climate near Castle Tower National Park #
Castle Tower 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 29°C. Moderate rainfall (953 mm/year).
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (153 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm).
