Tooloom National Park Park

Protected park in New South Wales, rainforest and waterfalls

A compact protected remnant of subtropical rainforest in northern New South Wales, Tooloom National Park offers short walks, birdwatching and rainforest canopy near the Clarence River catchment; visitors often combine it with nearby reserves.

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Tooloom National Park at a Glance#

Address: Tooloom National Park, Northern Rivers region, New South Wales, Australia

Website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/

Hours: Park access generally open daylight hours

Admission: Free (national park; some site-specific permits may apply)

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How to Get to Tooloom National Park#

Tooloom National Park is approximately 40-60 minutes’ drive from Kyogle and Casino in northern NSW. Access is by sealed and unsealed local roads; small car parks and trailheads serve the main attractions like Tooloom Falls.

Tips for Visiting Tooloom National Park#

  • Visit Tooloom Falls early in the morning for misty light and fewer people - the falls and surrounding rainforest are best experienced quietly.
  • Look and listen for the rufous scrub-bird and other rare forest species; birdwatchers should bring binoculars and a local bird list.
  • The camping area is basic; check with NSW National Parks (local office) for fire restrictions and seasonal access.

Best Time to Visit Tooloom National Park#

Spring and autumn are generally best for walking and wildlife watching; check for seasonal track closures.

Spring
September-November · 12-24°C
Wildflowers and good conditions for walking; rainforest is lush after winter rains.
Summer
December-February · 20-30°C
Warm and humid; some walking tracks can be muddy after heavy rains.
Autumn/Winter
March-August · 8-20°C
Cooler and quieter; fewer insects and comfortable walking temperatures.

Weather & Climate near Tooloom National Park#

Climate

Tooloom National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 5°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1124 mm/year), wettest in February.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 16° - 26° 21° 136 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
February - 16° - 26° 21° 158 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
March - 15° - 24° 20° 145 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
April - 12° - 22° 17° 86 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
May - 10° - 18° 14° 98 mm - - 3.3 m/s - -
June - 7° - 16° 11° 58 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
July - 5° - 15° 9° 59 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
August - 6° - 16° 11° 34 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
September - 8° - 19° 14° 41 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
October - 11° - 22° 16° 77 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
November - 13° - 24° 19° 98 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
December - 15° - 26° 21° 134 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -