Wallingat National Park National Park
Coastal park protecting rainforests and wetlands
Coastal national park on New South Wales' mid-north coast, offering beaches, rainforest pockets, surf access, birdwatching and camping along boardwalked trails.
Wallingat National Park at a Glance#
Address: Wallingat National Park, New South Wales, Australia (near Forster/Tuncurry)
Website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/
Hours: Park lands open daylight hours
Admission: No entry fee; NSW national park vehicle fees may apply
How to Get to Wallingat National Park#
Wallingat is about 20-30 minutes south of Forster; access via Pacific Highway and local roads. The nearest major centre is Taree; from there, signs and local maps will point toward park entry roads.
Tips for Visiting Wallingat National Park#
- Bring mosquito repellent during warmer months - some trails pass through wetland habitats.
- Launch boats from tea-tree-lined creeks for quiet birdwatching; early morning is best for sightings.
- Check rangers' notices for track closures during breeding seasons or after storms.
Best Time to Visit Wallingat National Park#
Autumn through spring offers comfortable temperatures for hiking; summer is best for water activities but can be hot.
Weather & Climate near Wallingat National Park#
Wallingat 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 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1206 mm/year), wettest in March.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 19° - 26° | 22° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.0 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.9h |
| February | Excellent | 19° - 26° | 23° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| March | Very Good | 17° - 25° | 21° | 161 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| April | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
| June | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| July | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| August | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 64 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.8h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 62 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.8h |
| October | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 18° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.8h |
| November | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| December | Excellent | 18° - 26° | 22° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
