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Border Ranges National Park adventures

Border Ranges National Park Adventures

Border Ranges National Park is a lush subtropical rainforest preserve in New South Wales, Australia, famed for its spectacular volcanic landscapes, diverse wildlife, and extensive hiking trails.

47,000
Acres Protected
40+
Miles of Trails
75,000+
Annual Visitors
1969
Year Established

About Border Ranges National Park

 

Border Ranges National Park encompasses a stunning portion of the Mount Warning caldera rim, featuring rugged cliffs, deep gorges, and ancient volcanic peaks. Located along the border of New South Wales and Queensland, this park is part of the UNESCO-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, which protect one of the most significant remnants of subtropical rainforest on Earth. The park's geography includes steep ridges, waterfalls, and vast wilderness areas that provide sanctuary to many rare and endangered species such as the Albert’s lyrebird, red-legged pademelon, and sooty owl. Established in 1969, the park covers diverse ecosystems ranging from warm temperate to subtropical rainforest, fostering extraordinary biodiversity. Visitors are attracted by the panoramic views from lookouts like The Pinnacle and Blackbutts, along with extensive walking tracks through lush forest. Popular activities include birdwatching, bushwalking, and camping, with well-maintained facilities and campgrounds offering easy access to nature. The park’s history is deeply connected to the Bundjalung people, traditional custodians of the land who have lived here for thousands of years. For outdoor enthusiasts, Border Ranges offers a combination of tranquil rainforest immersion and challenging hikes in an unspoiled natural setting, making it a must-visit destination in Australia's New South Wales region.

Highlights

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The Pinnacle Lookout with panoramic views over the Tweed Valley and Mount Warning

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Diverse subtropical rainforest ecosystem featuring rare bird species like Albert's lyrebird

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Historic walking trails such as the Border Track, traversing volcanic caldera remnants

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Serene camping sites nestled within towering rainforest trees and nearby creeks

Notable Natural Features

The Pinnacle Lookout

Offers sweeping vistas over the ancient Tweed Volcanic Caldera and surrounding rainforest-covered mountains.

Giant Tree Walk

A self-guided trail featuring impressive ancient trees including massive Blackbutt and Coachwood specimens.

Border Track

A long-distance walking trail tracing the boundary between Queensland and New South Wales through pristine rainforest and wilderness.