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.
Castle Tower National Park at a Glance#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 20° - 29° | 25° | 153 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 20° - 29° | 24° | 135 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 19° - 28° | 24° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 17° - 26° | 21° | 57 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 14° - 23° | 19° | 70 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 39 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 20° | 15° | 36 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 13° - 24° | 18° | 43 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 15° - 26° | 21° | 60 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 18° - 28° | 23° | 97 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 19° - 29° | 24° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |