Davies Creek National Park
Park Queensland park protecting rainforest and granite boulders
Protected park in Queensland’s Atherton Tablelands with a rainforest creek, swimming holes, walking tracks and basic camping facilities for day visitors.
Davies Creek National Park is a protected area on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, Australia, known for its rocky creek gorges, granite boulders and swimming holes. The park preserves patches of eucalypt woodland and riparian vegetation.
Short walking tracks and picnic areas provide access to rock pools and shallow cascades along Davies Creek, which are popular for day visits and swimming when conditions are safe. The park is compact and frequented for short bushwalks, birdwatching and seasonal wildflowers.
The area was set aside for conservation to protect local riparian habitats and the characteristic granite creek scenery; the park is managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.
Located on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, the park lies inland from the coastal city of Cairns and is accessed from local roads serving the Mareeba region.
- Natural highlights: Contains rocky stream gorges, granite boulder formations and perennial rock pools suitable for swimming in season; best visited in the dry season when access tracks are drier.
How to Get to Davies Creek National Park #
Davies Creek National Park lies on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland. The park is accessed by sealed and gravel roads off the Kennedy Highway; expect a 1.5-2 hour drive from Cairns depending on traffic and stops. The nearest service town is Mareeba - use local maps for the final turnoff and observe signage for park parking and picnic areas.
Tips for Visiting Davies Creek National Park #
- Go early in the morning to find the creek pools quiet - mid-morning sees local families arrive.
- Bring insect repellent during the wet season (November-April).
- Stick to declared trails; some granite slabs are polished and slippery after rain.
- Check local park alerts for seasonal closures or fire restrictions.
Best Time to Visit Davies Creek National Park #
Best visited in the dry months (May-September) for reliable walking and swimming conditions.
Weather & Climate near Davies Creek National Park #
Davies Creek National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 14°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1832 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (613 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (417 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (345 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 12 mm.
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August
August is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm).
