Nymboi-Binderay National Park

Park Protected rainforest park with scenic gorges

Nymboi‑Binderay National Park in New South Wales protects river gorges and pockets of subtropical rainforest. Visitors come for bushwalking, camping, swimming in rock‑pools and to see waterfalls and wildlife along the Nymboi and Binderay rivers.

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Nymboi-Binderay National Park is a protected area in New South Wales that conserves riverine rainforest, gorges and escarpments along the Nymboi River system. The park is valued for its remnant pockets of subtropical rainforest and scenic river country.

Visitors use the park for bushwalking, birdwatching and exploring waterfalls and river pools; the landscape includes steep gorges and forested ridges rather than large open plains. Facilities are limited and many visitor activities are informal.

The park was created to protect remnant rainforest and catchments within a landscape altered by surrounding agriculture and forestry. Over time management has focused on habitat protection and maintaining visitor access while conserving watercourses and native species.

The park lies inland in northern New South Wales, within a mosaic of protected areas and private land that together conserve sections of the Nymboi River catchment and adjacent ranges.

  • Habitats: The park protects subtropical rainforest pockets, riverine gorges and waterfalls that contrast with surrounding cleared farmland.
  • Visitor notes: Opportunities for bushwalking, birdwatching and low-impact water activities exist, but facilities are basic and seasonal conditions affect access.

What to See #

  • Nymboi River: The Nymboi River runs through the park and forms deep gorges and pools that are focal points for recreation and wildlife.

How to Get to Nymboi-Binderay National Park #

The park is roughly a 1-2 hour drive west from Coffs Harbour or Grafton. Access is via a series of gravel and sealed roads; some trailheads are best reached using a high-clearance vehicle. Use the NSW National Parks website (link above) for the latest road and track conditions.

Tips for Visiting Nymboi-Binderay National Park #

  • Hire a local ranger or join a guided walk-tracks can be remote and weather can change quickly.
  • Look for platypus at dawn or dusk in the park's rivers and streams.
  • Combine with a visit to Dorrigo or Coffs Harbour for access and overnight options.

Best Time to Visit Nymboi-Binderay National Park #

Spring to autumn provides the most comfortable walking weather and better access to trails.

Spring-Autumn
September-May · 15-28°C
Mild temperatures and good walking conditions.
Winter
June-August · 5-18°C
Cooler, fewer insects; crisp mornings and clear views.

Weather & Climate near Nymboi-Binderay National Park #

Climate

Nymboi-Binderay National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1495 mm/year), wettest in January.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (241 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 26°

Weather

241 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°

Weather

187 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

183 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

163 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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