Brindabella National Park

Brindabella National Park is located in southeastern Australia, straddling the border of New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. It lies about 30 km west of Canberra, the closest city, with smaller towns like Tumut and Yass nearby. The park forms part of the northern reaches of the Australian Alps, offering dramatic landscapes and rugged terrain. The park was established in 1996 to protect the region’s rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. Historically, the Brindabella Range holds significance for both the Ngunnawal people, who are the traditional custodians of the land, and European settlers, particularly for its role in early grazing and timber industries. The park's establishment was part of a broader effort to conserve the Australian Alps and its ecosystems. Parking facilities in Brindabella National Park are limited and mostly cater to visitors at camping areas or trailheads. Key parking spots can be found near Flea Creek, Coree Campground, and along popular 4WD tracks. There are no formal entry fees, though access is restricted to 4WD vehicles due to the park's rugged conditions. The park is home to a variety of native wildlife, including eastern grey kangaroos, swamp wallabies, and wombats. Bird species such as wedge-tailed eagles, crimson rosellas, and lyrebirds are commonly seen. The park’s creeks and rivers support platypuses and water dragons. Brindabella National Park’s flora includes snow gums, mountain ash, and alpine heath, with extensive eucalypt forests covering the lower elevations. Wildflowers, including daisies and wattles, bloom during spring. Notable features within the park include the Goodradigbee River, Mount Coree, and several scenic lookout points along mountain ridges. Public transport options are unavailable, so visitors must drive to the park, often via 4WD-accessible routes from Canberra or Tumut.