National Parks and Protected Areas
Plan eco-friendly visits using official resources
Follow park rules, trail guidance, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel throughout the year.
Updated: March 2024
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official information for parks and protected areas: access rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and visitor guidance.
Browse official park details
Protected areas & park networks
Park network overview: where to go, how to get there, and how to stay on marked routes with minimal impact.
See park regulations and access information
Heritage & conservation context
UNESCO heritage & conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background to explain why some areas enforce stricter rules and restricted access.
Discover conservation and heritage
Eco rules to follow
Stick to marked trails
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open fires
Pack out all waste