Danbulla National Park and State Forest
Park Protected forest and rainforest area on Atherton Tablelands
On the Atherton Tablelands, Danbulla National Park and State Forest contains rainforest patches, granite boulder fields and access routes to lakes and waterfalls; visitors hike, fish nearby lakes and use forest roads for birdwatching.
How to Get to Danbulla National Park and State Forest #
Access by sealed roads from Yungaburra and Atherton on the Atherton Tablelands. Use regional roads and local signage to reach trailheads and picnic areas; a car is required for most access points.
Tips for Visiting Danbulla National Park and State Forest #
- Hire a local guide for rainforest walks - they point out cryptic orchids, tree frogs and the park's geology.
- Avoid heavy rainfall days; several scenic points and some roads are closed shortly after storms.
- Pack for humidity: light rain gear and quick-drying clothing are sensible.
Best Time to Visit Danbulla National Park and State Forest #
Dry season (May-October) is best for reliable road and trail access; wet season brings spectacular growth but more hazards.
Weather & Climate near Danbulla National Park and State Forest #
Danbulla National Park and State Forest's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 12°C to 27°C. Heavy rainfall (2099 mm/year), wettest in February with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (317 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (444 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (346 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (294 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 27 mm.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).
