Boonoo Boonoo National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Boonoo Boonoo National Park.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Tenterfield:
- Turn right onto Naas Street at the northern end of Rouse Street, then turn left onto Logan Street.
- Drive for 21km down sealed Mount Lindesay Road, passing Basket Swamp National Park.
- Turn right onto sealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road, and drive for 5 km to the park entrance.
- Continue along unsealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road for 9 km to Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area where you can park.
From Stanthorpe:
- From High Street, turn right on Amosfield Road, then take a slight right towards Tenterfield along sealed Mount Lindesay Road.
- Crossing Mursons and Jenner Creeks, continue past Bald Rock National Park.
- Turn left onto sealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road, and drive for 5 km to the park entrance.
- Continue along unsealed Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road for 9 km to Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area where you can park.
Park entry points
- Boonoo Boonoo Falls access See on map
Parking
- Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area See on map
- River walk See on map
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Boonoo Boonoo Falls can become inaccessible during heavy rain.
- Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking, including accessible parking, is available at Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area. Bus parking is also available just south of Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Boonoo Boonoo National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
This is the season for wildflowers. The mild weather at this time of year is also particularly good for camping.
Summer
The water in the large secluded rockpools along Boonoo Boonoo River will give sweet relief from the summer heat.
Winter
Temperatures can plunge overnight and mornings are often frosty, so be well-prepared if you're camping. Winter days are often sunny, cloudless and warm enough to enjoy a picnic or a long hike.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
14°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
38.3°C
Winter temperature
Average
2°C and 14°C
Lowest recorded
-10°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
228.6mm
Facilities
- There is no drinking water available, so please bring your own.
- There are no rubbish bins, so take all your rubbish away with you.
Toilets
Picnic tables Show more
- Boonoo Boonoo Falls picnic area
- Cypress Pine campground
- Morgans Gully picnic area
- Robinsons Cabin
- Rockpool Ramble walk
- Rockpools View walk
Barbecue facilities
Drinking water
Drinking water is not available, so it's a good idea to bring your own.
Showers
Electric power
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring the correct change.
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All Parks Pass -
For all parks in NSW (including Kosciuszko NP)
$190 (1 year) / $335 (2 years)
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Multi Parks Pass -
For all parks in NSW (except Kosciuszko)
$65 (1 year) / $115 (2 years)
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Country Parks Pass -
For all parks in Country NSW (except Kosciuszko)
$45 (1 year) / $75 (2 years)
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Single Country Park Pass -
For entry to a single park in country NSW (except Kosciuszko).
$22 (1 year) / $40 (2 years)
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Accessibility
- Boonoo Boonoo picnic area has an accessible parking space and picnic table. It also has a toilet accessible for people with reduced mobility but not people in wheelchairs.
- Rockpools View walk is fully accessible.
Permitted
- Swimming in Boonoo Boonoo River is permitted but make sure to check for underwater hazards before going in the water.
- Be careful when clambering over rocks as they can be slippery, especially after rain and when there are high water levels.
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
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.
Contact
- in the Country NSW region
Boonoo Boonoo 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. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring the correct change.
Buy annual pass -
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Glen Innes office
02 6739 0700
Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. - 68 Church Street, Glen Innes NSW 2370
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Email: npws.ntab@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Glen Innes office
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