Moresby Range National Park
Park Rainforest-covered range park with rugged ridges and valleys
In north Queensland, Moresby Range National Park protects coastal rainforest and river valleys near Ingham; visitors come for hiking, birdlife and quiet rainforest walks.
How to Get to Moresby Range National Park #
Moresby Range National Park is reached by local roads off the Bruce Highway near Ingham and Cardwell. The nearest regional centers provide access points; private transport is the most practical option.
Tips for Visiting Moresby Range National Park #
- Pack insect repellent in the wet season; some tracks can be mosquito-prone.
- Hire a local guide to identify rainforest species and to learn about indigenous cultural connections to the land.
- Plan walks early in the day when temperatures are cooler and wildlife is more active.
Best Time to Visit Moresby Range National Park #
Dry season is preferred for accessibility and comfortable hiking; wet season brings lush growth but operational restrictions.
Weather & Climate near Moresby Range National Park #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 16°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2364 mm/year), wettest in March with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (294 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (406 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (572 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (311 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (211 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm).
