Mount Jerusalem National Park
Park Protected park in northern New South Wales
In northern New South Wales, Mount Jerusalem National Park preserves subtropical rainforest, mountain streams and walking tracks; campers and birdwatchers use its trails and creekside campsites.
How to Get to Mount Jerusalem National Park #
From Murwillumbah (about 25-35 km away) drive inland on the Tweed Valley Way and then follow local roads toward the Mount Jerusalem area - the park is roughly 30-40 minutes’ drive from Murwillumbah. The nearest larger centres are Tweed Heads and Byron Bay (both about 60-90 minutes by car). There is no public transport directly to the park; a private vehicle is the easiest way to reach trailheads and car parks.
Tips for Visiting Mount Jerusalem National Park #
- Approach from the Tweed Valley side (via Murwillumbah) to avoid the steeper, narrower roads from the coastal plain.
- Take insect repellent during late spring and summer; parts of the park are subtropical rainforest with dense undergrowth.
- Most visitors follow the short Summit Track for good views - skip the long detours if time is tight; the best vantage points are within 1-2 km of the car park.
Best Time to Visit Mount Jerusalem National Park #
Best visited in the shoulder seasons for comfortable walking conditions and clearer views; park is accessible year‑round but tracks can be slippery after heavy rain.
Weather & Climate near Mount Jerusalem National Park #
Mount Jerusalem National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 8°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1883 mm/year), wettest in February.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (222 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (254 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (250 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (195 mm).