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Carrai National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Carrai National Park.

Getting there and parking

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    The Rock Nature Reserve is 34km south west of Wagga Wagga, and 37km east of Lockhart.

    From The Rock village:

    • Drive 3.8km west along Lockhart The Rock Road
    • The entrance to the reserve is signposted

    Park entry points

    Parking

    By bike

    Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Carrai National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

    Autumn

    During April, the days are still warm and there should be little rain which is perfect for 4WDing.

    Spring

    The eucalypts and other forest trees flower in spring, tempting foraging birds.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    16°C and 29°C

    Highest recorded

    35°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    6°C and 20°C

    Lowest recorded

    –5.1°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    January

    Driest month

    July

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    234.6mm

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    However you discover NSW national parks and reserves, we want you to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Our park and reserve systems contrast greatly so you need to be aware of the risks and take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of those in your care.

    Mobile safety

    Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

    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.

    Carrai National Park

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    Links

    Nearby towns

    Kempsey (100 km)

    Kempsey is a historic river town close to national parks and majestic beaches. Kempsey is a convenient place for an overnight stop for anyone driving between Sydney and the North Coast.

    www.visitnsw.com

    Armidale (200 km)

    During autumn the parks and gardens around Armidale show their beautiful colours. Enjoy a drive along the Waterfall Way, stopping at waterfalls and craggy gorges in the rugged countryside.

    www.visitnsw.com