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.
Danbulla National Park and State Forest at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 20° - 27° | 24° | 317 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 20° - 27° | 23° | 444 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 19° - 26° | 23° | 346 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 18° - 24° | 21° | 294 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 16° - 22° | 19° | 156 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 20° | 17° | 117 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 12° - 19° | 16° | 77 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 21° | 17° | 55 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 15° - 23° | 19° | 31 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 16° - 25° | 21° | 27 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 18° - 27° | 22° | 87 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 19° - 27° | 23° | 148 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
