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.
Mount Jerusalem National Park at a Glance#
Address: Mount Jerusalem National Park, Northern Rivers Region, New South Wales, Australia
Website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/parks/mount-jerusalem-national-park
Hours: Park open year‑round (no formal gate hours)
Admission: Free (no entrance fee)
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 17° - 25° | 21° | 222 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 17° - 25° | 21° | 254 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 16° - 24° | 20° | 250 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 14° - 22° | 18° | 185 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 12° - 19° | 15° | 187 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 16° | 13° | 119 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 91 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 12° - 21° | 17° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 14° - 23° | 19° | 149 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 16° - 25° | 20° | 195 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
