Russell River National Park Park
Tropical national park in Queensland with rainforest
Rainforest and river park on Queensland's Wet Tropics coast featuring gorges, waterfalls and dense tropical forest; Russell River National Park appeals to hikers, birdwatchers and guided nature tours from nearby towns.
Russell River National Park at a Glance#
How to Get to Russell River National Park#
Russell River National Park is in Far North Queensland south of Cairns. The common access route is via the Bruce Highway and local roads toward the town of Innisfail; from there, local shire roads and park signage lead to access points. A vehicle is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Russell River National Park#
- Hire a local guide to explore rainforest sections-much of the park is inaccessible without local knowledge and the guides know seasonal blooms and wildlife spots.
- The Bloomfield Track (Daintree coast) and local roads can be affected by heavy rain; check road conditions in the wet season.
- Bring a permit or check whether certain campsites require booking-the park has managed access points to protect sensitive areas.
Best Time to Visit Russell River National Park#
The dry season (May-October) is the most practical time to visit for hiking and access; the wet season brings heavy rains and limited access.
Weather & Climate near Russell River National Park#
Russell River National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 15°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (3918 mm/year), wettest in March with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 375 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 22° - 29° | 26° | 833 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 22° - 29° | 25° | 1075 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 21° - 27° | 24° | 602 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 19° - 25° | 22° | 232 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 23° | 20° | 147 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 15° - 23° | 19° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 16° - 24° | 20° | 145 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 18° - 26° | 22° | 62 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 19° - 27° | 23° | 34 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 21° - 29° | 25° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 202 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |