Wollumbin National Park
Park National park centered on Wollumbin (Mount Warning) volcanic remnant
A national park centred on Wollumbin/Mount Warning in northern New South Wales, attracting walkers for rainforest trails, sunrise summit views and sites of Aboriginal cultural significance.
Wollumbin National Park in New South Wales centers on the volcanic plug Wollumbin, commonly known as Mount Warning, and adjoining remnant rainforests. The park protects the mountain, rainforest ecosystems and scenic lookouts within the Tweed Caldera landscape.
Trails and lookouts provide opportunities to experience subtropical rainforest, observe birdlife and view the caldera and distant coastline; the mountain itself is highly prominent, rising to about 1,157 meters. Many visitors travel to the park for photography, birdwatching and short to moderate walks in the forested areas.
Geologically the peak is the erosional remnant of the ancient Tweed Volcano and the surrounding park preserves the soils and rainforest that developed on the caldera rim. The site has long been important to the Bundjalung people and contemporary park management recognises its cultural values.
Wollumbin National Park sits in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, near the town of Murwillumbah, with viewpoints that look across the Tweed Valley toward the coast and hinterland of northeastern New South Wales.
- Summit elevation: The mountain summit reaches about 1,157 meters and is the eroded remnant of the ancient Tweed Volcano, offering prominent views of the surrounding caldera.
- Cultural significance: The mountain is a place of cultural and spiritual significance to the local Bundjalung people and management includes access restrictions and agreements reflecting that significance.
What to See #
- Wollumbin / Mount Warning: The volcanic plug known as Wollumbin or Mount Warning rises to the park's highest point and is the central geological feature and cultural focus.
- Rainforest and lookouts: Lowland and escarpment rainforest zones with walking tracks and lookouts that give views across the Tweed Valley and to the coastline on clear days.
- Trailheads and visitor areas: Trailheads and picnic areas near the park edges serve walkers and birdwatchers and provide access to shorter circuits through rainforest gullies.
How to Get to Wollumbin National Park #
The mountain lies inland from the northern New South Wales coast. The nearest service towns are Murwillumbah and Lismore; regional roads connect to park entrances. Visitors should consult the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service and local Aboriginal custodians for current access rules.
Tips for Visiting Wollumbin National Park #
- Note cultural sensitivity: Wollumbin (Mount Warning) is a sacred site for the Bundjalung people and climbing the summit is discouraged or restricted - check the most current local and Aboriginal custodial guidance.
- Use the Visitor Centre at the base for up-to-date access information and guided options that respect cultural closures.
- If climbing is permitted on a given visit, only attempt in good weather and allow for steep, exposed sections.
Best Time to Visit Wollumbin National Park #
Wollumbin (Mount Warning) is best visited in cooler months for walking and viewing, but recent access and cultural-management decisions mean visitors should check conditions and respect local custodial wishes.
Weather & Climate near Wollumbin National Park #
Wollumbin National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 8°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1869 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (226 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (263 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (266 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (201 mm).