South East Forest National Park
National Park Australian national park conserving temperate rainforest and wildlife
On New South Wales’ south coast, South East Forest National Park preserves eucalyptus and temperate rainforest with walking tracks and waterfalls. People visit for hiking, birdwatching and seasonal wildflowers.
South East Forest National Park is a protected area in southeastern New South Wales that conserves tracts of eucalypt-dominated forest and pockets of temperate rainforest. The park is notable for protecting native forest ecosystems representative of the region.
The park offers walking tracks, forested valleys and opportunities for wildlife observation and nature-based recreation. Visitors come for short walks, forest scenery and to experience remnant native vegetation in a region that includes both coastal and upland landscapes.
The park was created through the protection and consolidation of state forest and reserve lands to conserve native forest and biodiversity values. It forms part of a broader network of protected areas on New South Wales’ south coast.
The park lies in southeastern New South Wales, inland from the coastal strip and within the broader temperate forest zone near the NSW-Victoria border region.
How to Get to South East Forest National Park #
Access is by road from coastal and inland towns such as Tathra, Eden and Bega. Major routes include the Princes Highway (A1); local fire trails and park roads lead to trailheads. Check the NSW National Parks website for specific access points and seasonal advisories.
Tips for Visiting South East Forest National Park #
- Park entry may be remote; join local conservation groups for guided walks to learn about rare species and active restoration work.
- Check with New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service for seasonal road closures after heavy rain.
- Carry tide tables if visiting coastal sections - some tracks run close to shore and can be cut by tides.
Best Time to Visit South East Forest National Park #
Spring to autumn offers comfortable conditions; winter rains can make some tracks impassable but increase waterfall flow.
Weather & Climate near South East Forest National Park #
South East Forest National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (901 mm/year).
January
January is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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