Wallarah National Park National Park
Coastal national park with dunes and remnant bushland
A coastal reserve on New South Wales' Central Coast with cliffs, beaches and heathland; popular for walking, fishing, birdwatching and short day trips from nearby towns.
Wallarah National Park at a Glance#
Address: Wallarah National Park, Central Coast region, New South Wales, Australia
Website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
Hours: Open daily (no gates): access times vary by area; ranger office hours vary seasonally
Admission: No entrance fee (managed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service)
How to Get to Wallarah National Park#
Wallarah National Park is accessible by car from the Central Coast area. The park lies near Wyong and the Pacific Motorway (M1). From Sydney take the M1 north, follow exits toward Wyong and then local roads to park trailheads. Public transport options are limited; driving is the most convenient method.
Tips for Visiting Wallarah National Park#
- Check seasonal track closures on the NSW National Parks site before visiting; sections can close during nesting or after storms.
- The park's trails include exposed coastal walks - bring sun protection and a wind layer.
- Mobile coverage is patchy; download a map or take a printed copy of trails and emergency contacts.
Best Time to Visit Wallarah National Park#
Autumn and spring are ideal: milder temperatures, fewer summer crowds and good conditions for walking the park's coastal and ridge trails.
Weather & Climate near Wallarah National Park#
Wallarah 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 8°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1224 mm/year), wettest in March.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 19° - 25° | 22° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 5.3 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| February | Very Good | 19° - 25° | 22° | 139 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.2h |
| March | Very Good | 18° - 24° | 21° | 141 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| April | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 16° | 119 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| June | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 129 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| July | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 71 mm | some cloud | 73% | 4.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.0h |
| August | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 61 mm | some cloud | 69% | 4.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 71 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| October | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 18° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.8h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 5.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.7h |
| December | Excellent | 18° - 25° | 21° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 5.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.2h |
