Maria National Park
National Park NSW national park protecting coastal forests and wetlands
Maria National Park protects coastal dunes, headlands and small beaches on New South Wales’ mid‑north coast; visitors walk shoreline trails, picnic and observe coastal birdlife.
How to Get to Maria National Park #
Maria National Park is reached by road from nearby coastal towns in New South Wales. Use regional routes from Taree, Port Macquarie or Coffs Harbour depending on where the visitor is coming from; local signage guides visitors to car parks and trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Maria National Park #
- Check local park notices for track closures - some coastal and river areas are seasonally closed for wildlife protection.
- Combine a visit with nearby national parks along the NSW mid-north coast for varied habitats.
- Bring a field guide for shorebirds if planning to visit estuarine areas.
Best Time to Visit Maria National Park #
Best visited in the milder months for comfortable walking; coastal areas are busiest in summer.
Weather & Climate near Maria National Park #
Maria 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 (1402 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (190 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
