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Visiting Tropical North Qld this winter?
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Be Crocwise around the water. Learn more about how to stay safe and reduce your risk.
Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Expansion Project
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The Queensland Government is expanding the Smithfield Mountain Bike Park to 85kms to create a nationally significant trail network benefiting regional tourism, locals and the mountain bike community.
Planned burns in national parks
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Whether you’re planning a trip to a park, live close to a protected area or state forest, or it’s bushfire season, there are a few things you can do to stay safe and assist those…
Parks permit finder
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Planning an activity, hosting a guided tour or carrying out research in one of our National Parks? Find out which permit you need by using our new Permit finder tool…
Growing and investing in Queensland’s national parks
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Learn about new land acquired for adding or converting to national parks as part of the ongoing expansion of Queensland’s public protected area system.
Queensland’s culture, heritage and conservation are at your fingertips
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Join our Rangers on 3 remarkable virtual parks tours and experience what it’s like to be there—to see, hear, and learn—all from the comfort of your home.
'Think outside' and get active in Queensland National Parks
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Queensland National Parks are full of unforgettable moments—whether you’re camping, exercising or simply reconnecting with nature, there’s an outdoor experience for everyone! So ‘Think outside’ and find your next adventure now!
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Naturally Queensland newsletter
Subscribe to the Queensland National Parks newsletter and we will bring you inspiration and ideas on how to explore and enjoy our parks and forests throughout this amazing state of ours.
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Be inspired
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Be inspired
Check out our Be inspired articles for the exciting range of experiences that await you in Queensland National Parks. Whether you’re a family, a couple or a bunch of mates, you’ll find something to inspire you to think outside and start exploring our parks and forests!
Greg Cartwright © Queensland Government
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Image detailsGirraween National Park’s spectacular granite landscape is a must see!Darren Jew © Queensland Government
Find a park
A detailed overview of national parks, state forests and recreation areas in Queensland. Browse parks for bushwalks, picnics, accessibility, camping and fishing. With links to permits and a regional map of Queensland.
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Image detailsPitch your tent in the large, grassy and open Burtons Wells camping area.Robert Ashdown © Queensland Government
Camping
Camping is a great way to experience the bush and see wildlife. Queensland's parks and forests offer a range of camping opportunities, from remote camp sites for bushwalkers to camping areas with amenities and sites for camper trailers and caravans as well as tents.
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Image detailsAnna Osetroff © Queensland Government
Things to do
Nature-based recreation and tourism are allowed in most Queensland national parks where you can walk, camp, watch birds, ride horses or mountain bikes, or venture out in your four-wheel-drive. Permits are required for some activities in some locations.
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Essential things to know before you visit Queensland’s parks and forests.
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Provides information on management of protected areas, commercial tourism, permits, polices, fees and resources.
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Track and facility closure notices, track and facility upgrade notices and up-to-date camping information for parks and forests around Queensland.



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