Yarrahapinni Wetlands National Park

National Park

Coastal wetlands reserve in New South Wales protecting reedbeds and mangroves; birdwatchers and short‑trail walkers visit for wetland wildlife and shoreline views.

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Yarrahapinni Wetlands National Park essentials

Website: nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
Hours: Dawn-dusk
Admission: Free (managed by NSW National Parks)
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Yarrahapinni Wetlands National Park#

Best in spring and autumn for birdlife and comfortable weather; mornings bring the most bird activity.

Spring
Sep-Nov · 15-25°C
Breeding and migration activity; comfortable weather for walks.
Autumn
Mar-May · 15-25°C
Moderate temperatures and good light for photography.
Winter
Jun-Aug · 8-18°C
Quieter trails and concentrated waterbird populations.

Weather & Climate near Yarrahapinni Wetlands National Park#

Climate

Yarrahapinni Wetlands 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 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1400 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 35 Good
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 19° - 27° 23° 156 mm partly cloudy 77% 4.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.7h
February Very Good 19° - 27° 23° 164 mm partly cloudy 78% 4.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.0h
March Very Good 18° - 26° 22° 193 mm partly cloudy 78% 3.9 m/s 1.8 very high 12.1h
April Very Good 15° - 24° 20° 147 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.7 m/s 1.3 high 11.2h
May Very Good 12° - 22° 17° 136 mm some cloud 73% 3.8 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.5h
June Good 9° - 19° 14° 109 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.7 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.1h
July Very Good 8° - 19° 13° 63 mm some cloud 72% 3.7 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
August Very Good 9° - 20° 14° 46 mm some cloud 69% 4.1 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.9h
September Very Good 11° - 22° 17° 51 mm some cloud 70% 4.2 m/s 1.4 high 11.8h
October Excellent 14° - 24° 19° 88 mm partly cloudy 72% 4.5 m/s 1.8 very high 12.7h
November Very Good 16° - 25° 20° 120 mm partly cloudy 75% 4.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.5h
December Very Good 18° - 27° 22° 127 mm partly cloudy 75% 4.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.9h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Yarrahapinni Wetlands National Park#

Located on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, the park is accessible by car from nearby towns via the Pacific Highway and local roads. Look for designated car parks and walking tracks leading into the wetlands.

Tips for Visiting Yarrahapinni Wetlands National Park#

  • Visit during migration season for the best birdwatching opportunities.
  • Access the wetlands via the main car park off the Pacific Highway to avoid confusing rural roads.
  • Bring a scope or binoculars - many wetland birds can be viewed from dedicated hides.