Morton National Park

Park National park featuring sandstone gorges and waterfalls

Southwest of Sydney, Morton National Park contains sandstone plateaux, deep gorges and waterfalls; day‑hikers visit lookouts, caves and campsites across largely rugged bushland.

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Morton National Park
Morton National Park, Southern Tablelands/Illawarra hinterland, New South Wales, Australia
-35.2318, 150.2012
Park open daily (daylight hours); specific facility hours vary

How to Get to Morton National Park #

Morton National Park is accessible by car from Bowral, Nowra or Canberra depending on which section is being visited. Major access roads include the B73 and local routes to lookouts such as Fitzroy Falls; some internal tracks require high-clearance vehicles.

Tips for Visiting Morton National Park #

  • Check track conditions with NPWS - some 4WD tracks may be closed depending on season.
  • Visit the nearby Fitzroy Falls and Budderoo Creek for complementary scenery with fewer footpaths.
  • If exploring Wodi Wodi or Budderoo sections, allow extra time for single-lane roads and slow wildlife crossings.

Best Time to Visit Morton National Park #

Spring and autumn offer the best walking conditions and milder weather for exploring the park.

Autumn
March-May · 10-22°C
Crisp air and striking colours; good walking conditions.
Spring
September-November · 12-24°C
Wildflowers and cooler mornings; ideal for hikes.
Summer
December-February · 18-30°C
Warm weather but watch for heat and bushfire conditions; some roads may be affected.

Weather & Climate near Morton National Park #

Climate

Morton National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 3°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (942 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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