Bungonia National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Bungonia National Park.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Canberra:
- Take the Goulburn turnoff from the Hume Highway (at the Big Merino).
- Drive into town along Hume Street, which becomes Cowper Street.
- Turn right into Clinton Street and after a few minutes, you’ll see signs to Bungonia State Conservation Area, which will lead you to the park.
- Follow these signs for approximately 25 minutes
From Sydney:
- Turn left off Hume Highway at South Murulan and take the exit at the overpass
- Follow signs to Bungonia State Conservation Area for approximately 20 minutes
Park entry points
- Bungonia Lookdown access See on map
Parking
- Adams lookout See on map
- Bungonia campground See on map
- De Kerrilleau picnic area See on map
- The Lookdown lookout See on map
By bike
Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information
By public transport
For information about public transport options, visit the NSW country transport info website.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Bungonia National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
After the heat of summer has subsided, take advantage of the milder weather for hiking in the park.
Spring
Enjoy bushwalking in the comfortable temperatures of this time of year when the wildflowers are at their finest. Late in the season, the stands of brittle gum become extremely photogenic as their white trunks turn pink.
Winter
Deeper exploration of caves is possible when their carbon dioxide levels reduce in winter as the warm air from within rises and the caves ‘breathe'.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
12°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
40°C
Winter temperature
Average
1°C and 13°C
Lowest recorded
-9°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
200.7mm
Facilities
Amenities
Toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
Drinking water
Showers
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Daily fees can be paid at the ticket machines at the park office.
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All Parks Pass -
For all parks in NSW (including Kosciuszko NP)
$190 (1 year) / $335 (2 years)
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Multi Parks Pass -
For all parks in NSW (except Kosciuszko)
$65 (1 year) / $115 (2 years)
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Country Parks Pass -
For all parks in Country NSW (except Kosciuszko)
$45 (1 year) / $75 (2 years)
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Single Country Park Pass -
For entry to a single park in country NSW (except Kosciuszko).
$22 (1 year) / $40 (2 years)
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Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Wood fires are not permitted.
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Contact
- in the Country NSW region
Bungonia National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to high fire danger, or park operations. It's a good idea to ring the office for current information.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Daily fees can be paid at the ticket machines at the park office.
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Bungonia office
02 4827 4700
Contact hours: Some weekends and peak holiday periods only. Call Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre outside these periods. - 838 The Lookdown Road, Bungonia NSW 2580
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Email: npws.illawarrahighlands@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Bungonia office
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Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre
02 4887 8270
Contact hours: 9am to 4pm daily. Closed Christmas Day. - 1301 Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls NSW 2577
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Email: FitzroyFalls.VisitorCentre@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre
Nearby towns
Goulburn (35 km)
Named after Henry Goulburn - the British Secretary of State for the Colonies, Goulburn developed into a major centre for wool, and in 1863, it became Australia's first inland city. Today, the town is a rich hub of history, discovery and natural beauty.
Bundanoon (62 km)
Bundanoon is the northern gateway to Morton National Park. Follow the well-marked bushwalking trails in one of NSW's largest national parks, admiring waterfalls that plunge into valleys below.
Bowral (77 km)
Spring is tulip time while summer has fragrant roses and autumn, flowering bulbs. Bowral Tulip Festival runs from the end of September until early October; the Autumn Garden Festival is held in May.