Morwell National Park National Park
Victorian reserve protecting scrub and heathland near Morwell
In Victoria's Latrobe Valley, Morwell National Park conserves dry forest and stringybark woodland with walking trails, picnic areas and opportunities to watch native birds.
Morwell National Park at a Glance#
Address: Morwell National Park, Gippsland region, Victoria, Australia
Website: https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/morwell-national-park
Hours: Park generally open daylight hours
Admission: Free
How to Get to Morwell National Park#
Morwell National Park is located near Morwell in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley. The town of Morwell provides road access; driving from nearby Traralgon or Sale is the usual route. Public transport options are limited; a car is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Morwell National Park#
- Explore quieter interior walking tracks early in the morning to see wallabies and birdlife.
- Check park service alerts for any fire-risk or track closures during summer.
- Visit the Morwell National Park Flora Reserve for easy boardwalk access if mobility is a concern.
Best Time to Visit Morwell National Park#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit; summer fire-season conditions may impose restrictions.
Weather & Climate near Morwell National Park#
Morwell 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 4°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1106 mm/year), wettest in September.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 12° - 24° | 18° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 3.9 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.3h |
| February | Excellent | 12° - 25° | 18° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| March | Very Good | 11° - 23° | 17° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.2h |
| April | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| May | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| June | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 6° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| July | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 5° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.5h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.7h |
| October | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| November | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.1h |
| December | Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.6h |