National parks and protected areas

Plan responsible, low-impact visits using official sources

Rely on park guidelines, trail directions, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel through the seasons.


National parks landscape
Updated: May 2025

Key resources for planning

Official national parks guide

Authoritative information on parks and protected areas: access rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and visitor guidance.


Explore official park information

Protected areas and park networks

Overview of park networks: where to visit, how to reach, and how to stay on designated routes with minimal impact.


View park rules and access details

Heritage and conservation context

UNESCO heritage and conservation overview

Heritage listings and conservation background to explain why some areas have stricter rules and restricted access.


Learn about conservation and heritage

Environmental rules to follow

Stay on marked trails
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open fires
Pack out all waste