Canoe Evans River paddle route
Bundjalung National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Canoe Evans River paddle route.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Canoe Evans River paddle route is in the Evans Head precinct of Bundjalung National Park. To get there:
- From Evans Head, head south along Woodburn Street
- Take Elm Street across the Evans River
- Take the first right into Bundjalung Road and continue to Gummigurrah picnic area.
Parking
Parking is available at Gummigurrah picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Bundjalung National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Head to Iluka Bluff for a spectacular coastal view of the park, beaches and the mouth of the river – keep your eyes peeled for whales on their return migration.
Winter
Escape to the wintersun for a family camping holiday, it should still be warm enough for a swim so remember to bring your cozzie.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
42.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
12°C and 21°C
Lowest recorded
2.7°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
Between January and March
Driest month
Between August and October
Maps and downloads
Prohibited
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.
Operated by
- Alstonville office
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
- 02 6627 0200
- npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Russelton Industrial Estate, 7 Northcott Crescent, Alstonville NSW 2477
Park info
- in Bundjalung National Park in the North Coast region
Bundjalung National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day.
Buy annual pass