Mebbin National Park National Park
New South Wales rainforest park preserving escarpment ecosystems
A north‑coast New South Wales park with rainforest walking tracks, waterfalls and picnic areas; it attracts bushwalkers and birdwatchers exploring local flora and streams.
Mebbin National Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Mebbin National Park#
Mebbin National Park is accessed by road from towns in the Northern Rivers region; Byron Bay is one common staging point. Drive via the Pacific Highway and local roads toward Mount Warning/Wollumbin area; park access points are reached from minor roads. A private vehicle is the most practical way to reach trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Mebbin National Park#
- Check local ranger advisories before entering; sections of the park can become inaccessible during and after heavy rains.
- Look for lesser-used trails that reveal subtropical rainforest pockets and views over the Tweed Valley; these are quieter than the main picnic areas.
- If attempting summits, hire a local guide - trails can be steep and poorly marked in parts.
Best Time to Visit Mebbin National Park#
Autumn through spring is generally best for hiking and fewer bugs; summer brings heat and heavier rainfall.
Weather & Climate near Mebbin National Park#
Mebbin 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 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1497 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 18° - 28° | 23° | 192 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.6 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.6h |
| February | Very Good | 18° - 27° | 23° | 226 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.9h |
| March | Very Good | 17° - 26° | 22° | 174 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.1h |
| April | Very Good | 14° - 24° | 19° | 136 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| May | Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 155 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
| June | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| July | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 67 mm | some cloud | 74% | 3.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| August | Excellent | 8° - 19° | 14° | 41 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.0h |
| September | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 42 mm | some cloud | 67% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.8h |
| October | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 18° | 94 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.6h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 26° | 20° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.4h |
| December | Very Good | 17° - 27° | 22° | 175 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |