Cottan-Bimbang National Park
National Park Remote national park protecting rainforest, waterfalls, and wildlife
Steep escarpments, rainforest gullies and creeks characterize Cottan-Bimbang National Park, where bushwalkers follow trails to lookout points; birdwatchers and campers visit for moist forest, walking and remoteness.
How to Get to Cottan-Bimbang National Park #
Cottan-Bimbang National Park is accessed by regional roads from towns around the New England Tablelands and mid-north coast. Driving from major regional centres (such as Armidale or Port Macquarie) is the usual approach; local maps and park signage guide to trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Cottan-Bimbang National Park #
- Check for seasonal road closures on narrow forest routes-some access roads are unsealed and impassable after heavy rain.
- Look for the park's less-visited gorge tracks for solitude; the main waterfalls attract most visitors.
- Local ranger stations can provide up-to-date fire and trail conditions-contact NSW National Parks before heading out.
Best Time to Visit Cottan-Bimbang National Park #
Visit in spring or autumn for comfortable conditions and attractive water flows; be cautious of heat and storms in summer.
Weather & Climate near Cottan-Bimbang National Park #
Cottan-Bimbang National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1395 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
