Apple Box Flat picnic area
Yanununbeyan State Conservation Area
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Apple Box Flat picnic area .
Getting there and parking
On entering Yanununbeyan State Conservation Area, continue along Woolcara Lane and park beside Apple Box Flat picnic area.
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Apple Box Flat picnic area can become boggy when it rains.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at Apple Box Flat picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Yanununbeyan State Conservation Area. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The milder conditions of this season are ideal for exploring the park whether you're on foot, bicycle or horseback.
Spring
Wildflower season is a superb time to visit the park, when the open grassy woodlands burst into colour and attract birds. Bring along your camera and binoculars for a birdwatching feast.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
12.3°C and 28.3°C
Highest recorded
41.1°C
Winter temperature
Average
5°C and 12.6°C
Lowest recorded
-9.2°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
July
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
200mm
Facilities
- Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
- You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Picnic tables
Carpark
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
- Queanbeyan office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6229 7166
- npws.alpinequeanbeyan@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Level 3, 11 Farrer Street, Queanbeyan NSW 2620
Park info
- in Yanununbeyan State Conservation Area in the Country NSW region
Yanununbeyan State Conservation Area may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.