Poona National Park Park

Protected Queensland park preserving eucalypt and rainforest habitats

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Poona National Park at a Glance#

Address: Poona National Park, Queensland, Australia (local access via regional roads)

Hours: Open daily (daylight hours)

Admission: Free (park access); fees may apply for camping and guided services

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How to Get to Poona National Park#

Poona National Park is reached by regional roads off the Bruce Highway near Gympie and the Fraser Coast region. Driving directions vary by entrance - consult local council or Queensland Parks and Wildlife for the most current access routes and track conditions.

Tips for Visiting Poona National Park#

  • Check local park alerts for seasonal road conditions - some areas are remote and tracks can close after heavy rain.
  • The park is best explored by 4WD where tracks exist; look for local ranger stations in nearby towns for trail maps.
  • Wildlife - including koalas and diverse birdlife - is a highlight; early morning is the best time for sightings.

Best Time to Visit Poona National Park#

Poona National Park in Queensland is a coastal-to-woodland reserve; seasons matter for access and for wildlife viewing.

Autumn / Winter
March-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Drier and cooler - the most pleasant time for walking and wildlife viewing.
Spring
September-November · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Wildflowers and birds increase activity; ticks and flies begin to appear as temperatures rise.

Weather & Climate near Poona National Park#

Climate

Poona National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 9°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1181 mm/year), wettest in February.

Air Quality: AQI 22 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 21° - 30° 26° 134 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
February - 21° - 30° 25° 165 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
March - 20° - 29° 24° 139 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
April - 17° - 27° 22° 100 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
May - 14° - 24° 19° 117 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
June - 11° - 22° 16° 66 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
July - 9° - 22° 15° 74 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
August - 10° - 23° 16° 39 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
September - 13° - 25° 19° 37 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
October - 16° - 27° 21° 81 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
November - 18° - 28° 23° 112 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
December - 20° - 30° 25° 117 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -