Bunya Mountains National Park protects the region's bio-diversity, cultural heritage sites as well as its breathtaking natural scenery. Precious bush remnants, lush natural Heritage are permanently preserved in the National Park thanks to the foresight and tenacity of our environment conscious forefathers.
The National Park forms a microcosm for nature and environmental studies. Set in a wilderness location and featuring the largest forest of bunya pines in the world, enthusiasts flock here to study the remarkable variety of rare bird species, flora and fauna.
Climate
Bunya Mountains National Park enjoys a mild climate with an annual rainfall of approximately 1050 mm. Heavy fog and mists are common during extended rain periods. Temperatures range between freezing to about 30° C with low humidity. Early morning and evening temperatures may be quite low so come prepared with warm clothing, even in summer. Temperatures are at least 5 - 7° C cooler than the surrounding plains.
Activities
Resident National Park Rangers
offer various activities during school holidays or on busy weekends. You
will enjoy a visit to the Information Centre to obtain walking track maps,
rainforest information and a guide to Ranger led activities.
¨ Groups can informally explore the 40km of National Park walking tracks, ranging from 500m to 10km walks.
Alternatively the National Park Rangers may help you with informative talks, guided bushwalks, slide shows and evening spotlighting walks. National Park interpretive officers are highly informed and excellent speakers. Contact No: (07) 4668 3127.
Bunya Forest Encounters group provides an excellent service for staff training sessions or environmental interpretation and educational groups. Contact No: (07) 4668 3020
Bunya Mountain Nature Talks, and Bird Walks & Talks are provided by Don and Bernice Seton. Contact No: (07) 4668 1086
