Things to do in NSW | NSW National Parks

The guides of Tribal Warrior during an Aboriginal culture tour of Sydney Harbour. Photo: Flash Point Labs © Tribal Warrior

Guided tours

Take a guided tour to discover fascinating wildlife, history, and Aboriginal culture. Or, get on board a guided adventure experience to get your adrenaline pumping.

A family cycling on the Thredbo Valley Track, Kosciuszko National Park. Photo: Robert Mulally © DPE

Cycling adventures in NSW national parks

Grab your bike and enjoy the thrill of exploring NSW national parks on a cycling adventure, with bike trails for all ages and skill levels.

A person on a wooden bridge in Border Ranges National Park. Photo: Branden Bodman © DPE

Visit a park

Explore a NSW national parks perfect for you and discover breathtaking vistas, lush rainforests and stunning coastal locations.

Walkers on the Breadknife and Grand High Tops walk in Warrumbungle National Park. Photo: Robert Mulally © DPE

Walks in our national parks

From easy day trips close to home, to challenging multi-day walks with breathtaking vistas or lush rainforests, there are walks for everyone.

Walkers on the Glow Worm Tunnel walking track, Wollemi National Park. Photo: Daniel Tran © DPE

Be safe in NSW national parks

It's great to explore and experience NSW national parks. Naturally, we encourage you to see and do as much as possible. We also want you and your companions to stay safe.

An aerial view of Diamond Head Campground, Crowdy Bay National Park. Photo: Robert Mulally © DPE

Where to stay

NSW national parks provides hundreds of campgrounds and accommodation options, covering our vast state's many landscapes and environments.

People in 2 yellow double kayaks paddle over waves as a sea turtle swims below. Photo: Cape Byron Kayaks © Cape Byron Kayaks

Paddling and kayaking experiences

Explore the sublime lakes, rivers and oceans in NSW national parks with a tranquil paddling or kayaking tour.

Kids on a discovery tour in a NSW national park. Photo: Rosie Nicolai © DPE

Kids' and family activities

Looking for something to do with the kids? NSW national parks have plenty of family-friendly activities and attractions on offer.

NYE fireworks from Clark Island. Photo: John Spencer © DPE

NYE on Clark Island

Celebrate New Year's Eve with friends and family on Sydney Harbour's Clark Island

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