Koreelah National Park

Koreelah National Park is located in northern New South Wales, Australia, near the border with Queensland. The park is about 90 kilometers northwest of Lismore and 50 kilometers west of Kyogle. The closest town is Woodenbong, a small rural community that serves as a gateway to the park. Koreelah National Park was established in 1999 to protect the region's diverse ecosystems, including remnants of Gondwana rainforest. The park lies within the traditional lands of the Githabul people, who have long maintained a spiritual connection to the area. Koreelah forms part of the World Heritage-listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, a crucial habitat for various rare and endangered species. Parking facilities in the park are limited, with one primary parking area near the camping grounds and the Koreelah Creek day-use area. There are no parking fees, but visitors are asked to use designated parking spots to minimize their impact on the environment. The park is relatively undeveloped, offering a remote and peaceful experience for nature lovers. Koreelah National Park is home to a variety of native wildlife. Visitors may spot red-necked wallabies, koalas, and brush-tailed possums. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, with species such as the satin bowerbird, regent bowerbird, and wedge-tailed eagle frequently seen. Rare species like the powerful owl and glossy black-cockatoo also inhabit the park. The park’s flora includes subtropical rainforest species like fig trees, lilly pilly, and staghorn ferns, alongside eucalyptus forests dominated by species such as tallowwood and brush box. Unique vegetation includes patches of ancient Antarctic beech trees, relics of the Gondwana forests. Notable features of the park include Koreelah Falls, a picturesque waterfall surrounded by rugged cliffs, and Koreelah Creek, which offers swimming and hiking opportunities. Public transport to the park is unavailable, so visitors will need to use private vehicles to access the park. Photo Credit: David Young