Goonengerry National Park National Park
New South Wales national park protecting subtropical rainforest
In New South Wales' Northern Rivers, Goonengerry National Park protects subtropical rainforest on the Nightcap Range; walkers and birdwatchers follow tracks through gullies and along ridgelines.
Goonengerry National Park at a Glance#
Address: Goonengerry National Park, New South Wales, Australia
How to Get to Goonengerry National Park#
The park is accessible from nearby regional towns-typically Byron Bay or Lismore-by car. Follow local signs to Goonengerry and park at designated trailheads; consult NSW National Parks for detailed directions and trail information.
Tips for Visiting Goonengerry National Park#
- Hire a local Aboriginal guide where available to learn the cultural significance of the land.
- Check the NSW National Parks site for track conditions-some walking routes may close after heavy rain.
- Bring a camera with a decent zoom for bird and wildlife photography; animals are often at a distance.
Best Time to Visit Goonengerry National Park#
Spring and autumn for best walking conditions and wildflower displays.
Weather & Climate near Goonengerry National Park#
Goonengerry 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 8°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1889 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 18° - 26° | 22° | 221 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.3 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.6h |
| February | Good | 18° - 26° | 22° | 266 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.9h |
| March | Very Good | 17° - 25° | 21° | 262 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 210 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| May | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 188 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
| June | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| July | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 87 mm | some cloud | 74% | 3.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| August | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 59 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 3.5 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.0h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 53 mm | some cloud | 67% | 3.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| October | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 18° | 111 mm | some cloud | 66% | 3.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.6h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 24° | 20° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 3.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.4h |
| December | Very Good | 17° - 26° | 21° | 181 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.9 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
