Tilligerry National Park
National Park Coastal reserve protecting wetlands and native wildlife
On the Tilligerry Peninsula near Port Stephens, Tilligerry National Park protects mangroves, estuarine wetlands, and coastal woodland. Visitors birdwatch, walk short trails, fish estuary edges, and picnic while scanning for shorebirds and native fauna.
Tilligerry National Park is a protected area on the Tilligerry Peninsula in New South Wales that conserves coastal forest, mangroves, and estuarine habitats.
The area was designated to protect the peninsula’s remnant native vegetation and important estuarine habitats, preserving sites used historically for local recreation and natural-resource values.
Located on the Tilligerry Peninsula within the Port Stephens region of New South Wales, the park sits between estuarine waterways and the coastal headlands and is accessible from nearby towns in the Port Stephens area.
- Habitats and wildlife: Protects coastal woodlands, wetlands, and estuarine habitats on the Tilligerry Peninsula and is valued for birdwatching and shorebird habitat.
- Visitor access: Offers walking tracks and picnic areas that provide access to coastal viewpoints and saltmarsh edges.
How to Get to Tilligerry National Park #
Tilligerry National Park is accessed by car from nearby Port Stephens towns; follow the Pacific Highway and local roads toward Tilligerry Head. Look for signage to park entrances and trailheads; local council websites provide specific directions.
Tips for Visiting Tilligerry National Park #
- Check local park ranger information for tide and bird-nesting restrictions on certain tracks.
- Explore the walking trails around the park's coastal inlets for different perspectives-many visitors miss the inland paperbark forest.
- If visiting in summer, arrive early to secure parking and avoid afternoon winds that can gust strongly across headlands.
Best Time to Visit Tilligerry National Park #
Late spring through early autumn offers the best beach and boating conditions; shoulder seasons are quieter for wildlife watching.
Weather & Climate near Tilligerry National Park #
Tilligerry National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1188 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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