Strzelecki National Park
Park Tasmanian national park on Flinders Island, mountainous
On Flinders Island, Strzelecki National Park centers on Strzelecki Peak; hikers and birdwatchers come for sandstone ridges, coastal panoramas and remote camping.
Strzelecki National Park is a protected area on Flinders Island in Bass Strait, northeast of Tasmania, centred on the island’s highest peak, Mount Strzelecki (756 m). It protects upland and coastal environments characteristic of the island.
The park is valued for its granite ridges, pockets of wet eucalypt forest and exposed coastal heath. The summit of Mount Strzelecki is the main draw for visitors seeking a day hike and panoramic views across Bass Strait to nearby islands.
The mountain was named for the Polish explorer Paweł Edmund Strzelecki; the park preserves the natural landscapes rather than built features. Management focuses on conserving native vegetation and fauna while allowing recreational access.
The park sits on Flinders Island in Bass Strait, off the northeast coast of Tasmania, with primary access from the island’s main settlement and air connections to mainland Tasmania.
- Habitats: The park protects montane forest, coastal heath and rocky shorelines on Flinders Island in Bass Strait.
- Summit height: The mountain summit reaches 756 metres, making it the island's highest point and the park's main attraction.
What to See #
- Mount Strzelecki: A granite summit rising to 756 metres above sea level that is the highest point on Flinders Island and the park's principal landmark; a marked route leads to the summit offering broad views over Bass Strait and surrounding island terrain.
How to Get to Strzelecki National Park #
Strzelecki National Park is on Flinders Island (Tasmania). The usual way to reach the island is by air: scheduled flights operate to Whitemark Airport from mainland Tasmania (Launceston) and from Melbourne; from Whitemark you should rent a car or take local transport to reach park entrances. Driving from Whitemark into the Strzelecki area is typically a short drive (tens of minutes); there are no regular long‑distance buses to the park, so a vehicle is recommended.
Best Time to Visit Strzelecki National Park #
Best visited in the Tasmanian summer (December-February) for the mildest, driest conditions and best hiking weather.
Weather & Climate near Strzelecki National Park #
Strzelecki 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 5°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (946 mm/year).
January
January is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
