Junior ranger: Royal National Park

When

Tour runs Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11am to 12.30pm.

2025 tour dates:

• 22, 23, 29, 30 January
• 16, 17, 23, 24 April
• 9, 10, 16, 17 July
• 1, 2, 8, 9 October

Where

Royal National Park Visitor Centre, Ironbark Flat picnic area, Royal National Park

Accessibility

Easy

Time suggested

1hr 30min

Grade

Easy. Suitable for kids aged 6-12 years. All activities are on flat gound. There's some walking over short distances and reaching to pick up objects.

Price

$15 per child (6yrs - 12yrs). Adults must accompany all children. Adults free.

Entry fees

Park entry fees:

$12 per vehicle per day. Payment options include Audley Visitor Centre, vehicle entry stations, pay machines and the Park’nPay app.

Vehicles over 8 seats: $4.40 per adult, $2.20 per child (per day). Students on educational programs: $1.10 per student. Teachers/educational supervisors: free (1 adult per 10 students).

Meeting point

Ironbark Flat picnic area at Audley

What to
bring

Drinking water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy shoes, suitable clothing

Bookings

Bookings required. Phone 1300 072 757 for more information or book online.

Junior Rangers get to experience the beauty of the outdoors while making new friends and having fun. You’ll learn how to protect this special place for the future and become tomorrow’s environmental leaders. Through hands-on activities you can discover the vital role Park Rangers play in our national parks.

In our Creativity in nature program kids will gain new skills, learn about sustainability and how humans and nature interact in the Australian bush. This creative and immersive experience will leave the children feeling a deeper connection to the environment around them as they have fun playing nature games, experiencing the sounds of nature and crafting with nature-based materials.

Creativity in nature is offered on these dates:

• 8, 15, 22, 29 January
• 16, 23 April
• 9, 16 July
• 1, 8 October

In our Ranger skills program, we’ll have fun learning what it takes to navigate and survive in our beautiful national park. Join us to develop new skills, use specialised equipment, and learn how humans and nature interact. Find out about some of our specialty Ranger roles including fire-fighting, plant and animal research, wildlife rescue and learn about the equipment and tools they use to do their jobs.

Ranger skills is offered on these dates:

• 9, 16, 23, 30 January
• 17, 24 April
• 10, 17 July
• 2, 9 October

Junior Ranger interactive and engaging program is designed for children aged 6 to 12. Spending time in nature is crucial for a child's growth and development. Introducing children to the outdoors at a young age fosters a deep appreciation for the natural world.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info