Maalan National Park
Park Protected rainforest park on Queensland's Atherton Tablelands
How to Get to Maalan National Park #
The park is in northeastern Queensland. Visitors usually drive from nearby towns; the exact access depends on which trailhead is chosen. A four-wheel-drive vehicle may be required for remote access roads-check local park authority information before travel.
Tips for Visiting Maalan National Park #
- Use the boardwalks and marked trails to protect fragile reef and rainforest edges.
- Best wildlife viewing is at first and last light-bring a flashlight for walking back after dusk.
- Check seasonal access-some areas may be closed after storms or for bird-nesting.
Best Time to Visit Maalan National Park #
Dry season (May-October) is the most comfortable for visits; check for trail closures after heavy rain.
Weather & Climate near Maalan National Park #
Maalan National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1932 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (320 mm).
Comfort
Weather
February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (243 mm).
Comfort
Weather
March
March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (301 mm).
Comfort
Weather
April
April is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (276 mm).
Comfort
Weather
May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).
Comfort
Weather
June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
Comfort
Weather
July
July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
Comfort
Weather
August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
Comfort
Weather
September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
Comfort
Weather
October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
Comfort
Weather
November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
Comfort
Weather
December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm).
