Narrien Range National Park

Park Queensland national park protecting rugged sandstone ranges

In central Queensland, Narrien Range National Park conserves rugged ridgelines and bushland; visitors come for remote hiking, wildlife spotting and quiet backcountry routes.

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Narrien Range National Park
Narrien Range National Park, Queensland, Australia (remote inland region)
-22.9290, 146.9247
Free (entry to the national park available without gate fee; camping permits may apply)

How to Get to Narrien Range National Park #

Narrien Range National Park is in inland Queensland. Access is by remote rural roads-4WD recommended. Distances are large between service towns; check with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service for maps, permits, and current track conditions before attempting the drive.

Tips for Visiting Narrien Range National Park #

  • Remote park-arrange a 4WD vehicle and check local station advisories for road conditions, especially after rain.
  • Bring detailed maps and satellite navigation; some tracks are indistinct and phone coverage is unreliable.
  • Wild camping is possible but follow Leave No Trace principles and carry ample water and fuel.

Best Time to Visit Narrien Range National Park #

The dry season (May-September) is the safest window for visiting due to road conditions and accessibility.

Dry season (May-September)
May-Sep · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Easier access and comfortable daytime temperatures.
Wet season (October-April)
Oct-Apr · 20-35°C (68-95°F)
Heavy rains can close tracks; remote travel not recommended without local guidance.

Weather & Climate near Narrien Range National Park #

Climate

Narrien Range National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 8°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (608 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (112 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
22° 34°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 32°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 31°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 24°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 33°

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 34°

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

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