Limeburners Creek National Park

National Park Coastal national park with mangroves and wetlands

Limeburners Creek National Park on the NSW mid‑north coast protects coastal wetlands, headlands and walking tracks; visitors come for coastal walks, birdwatching and short camping trips.

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Limeburners Creek National Park
-31.3233, 152.9156
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https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/parks/limeburners-creek-national-park
Open 24 hours (park access); check NSW National Parks for seasonal closures
Free (National Parks of NSW; some activities may require permits)

How to Get to Limeburners Creek National Park #

The park is accessed from local roads off the Pacific Highway (A1) near Taree and nearby coastal villages. There are small carparks and trailheads; some sections require a short walk from the nearest parking area. A standard car is sufficient for sealed roads; unsealed park roads may require caution after rain.

Tips for Visiting Limeburners Creek National Park #

  • Bring binoculars for birdwatching along estuaries - this park hosts migratory waders and saltmarsh species.
  • Take the Limeburners Creek walking track from the carpark at Tarragal for varied coastal forest and river mouth views.
  • Respect beach closures-some areas are protected for shorebird nesting, especially in summer.

Best Time to Visit Limeburners Creek National Park #

Coastal park best visited in spring and autumn for comfortable weather and active birdlife; summer can be hot and busy along beaches.

Spring
September-November · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Wildflowers and migratory birds increase wildlife activity; pleasant walking conditions.
Autumn
March-May · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Milder weather and calmer seas make for good kayaking and beach exploration.

Weather & Climate near Limeburners Creek National Park #

Climate

Limeburners Creek 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 (1463 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° – 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° – 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (192 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° – 26°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

192 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° – 24°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).

70 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° – 21°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
8° – 19°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
7° – 18°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
7° – 20°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° – 22°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° – 23°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° – 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° – 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.0h daylight

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