Canopy Cafe
Dorrigo National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Canopy Cafe.
Getting there and parking
Canopy Cafe is in the western precinct of Dorrigo National Park. To get there:
From Armidale:
- Drive east along the Waterfall Way for approximately 90 minutes
- Turn left into Dome Road approximately 2km after you pass through Dorrigo
From Coffs Harbour:
- Travel south along the Pacific Highway
- After crossing the Bellinger River, take the Waterfall Way exit to Dorrigo via Bellingen
- Turn right at Dome Road and continue for approximately 1.6km to the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Dorrigo Rainforest Centre, including several designated disabled spots.
Best times to visit
The weather at Dorrigo National Park can vary from warm to mild to cool, depending on the time of year you visit. The summer months usually have the highest rainfall.
Spring
The rainforest is alive with birdlife - walk the Lyrebird Link for a close up view.
Summer
Escape the summer heat along one of the waterfall tracks and feel the coolness envelope you.
Facilities
Amenities
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Cafe/kiosk
Carpark
Drinking water
Wireless internet
- Wireless internet (free)
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
This area is fully wheelchair accessible.
Prohibited
Drones
Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy.
This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office.
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.

Park info
- in Dorrigo National Park in the North Coast region
Dorrigo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Visitor centre
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Dorrigo Rainforest Centre
142 Dome Road Dorrigo Mountain NSW 2453 - 9am to 4.30pm daily. Closed Christmas Day.
- 02 6657 5913