Hunter Wetlands National Park National Park
Coastal wetlands reserve protecting migratory birds near Newcastle
Coastal wetlands in New South Wales offering birdwatching hides, walking tracks and estuarine habitats; popular with naturalists and local day-trippers.
Hunter Wetlands National Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Hunter Wetlands National Park#
The park is located near Newcastle and is accessible by car from urban centres via the Pacific Highway and local roads. Public buses reach nearby stops; for best access a private car or organised tour is recommended. There are designated car parks near the main visitor areas.
Tips for Visiting Hunter Wetlands National Park#
- Early morning is best for birdwatching when wetlands are most active.
- Bring a field guide-the park hosts many waterbirds that patience will reveal.
- Some tracks are boardwalks over marshland-these can be narrow and may be closed after heavy rain.
Best Time to Visit Hunter Wetlands National Park#
Spring and autumn are excellent for wildlife watching at the Hunter Wetlands when migratory and resident birds are most visible.
Weather & Climate near Hunter Wetlands National Park#
Hunter Wetlands 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 7°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1109 mm/year), wettest in March.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 19° - 27° | 23° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| February | Very Good | 19° - 27° | 23° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.1h |
| March | Very Good | 17° - 26° | 21° | 130 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| April | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 19° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| May | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 112 mm | some cloud | 72% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
| June | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| July | Very Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 67 mm | some cloud | 73% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| August | Very Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 55 mm | some cloud | 69% | 3.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.8h |
| September | Very Good | 10° - 21° | 15° | 57 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.8h |
| October | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.8h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 24° | 20° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 5.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| December | Very Good | 17° - 27° | 22° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 4.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |