Washpool National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Washpool National Park.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Glen Innes, head east for around 78km and take the Coachwood Drive turnoff from the Gwydir Highway
From Grafton, head west for around 93km and take the Coachwood Drive turnoff from the Gwydir Highway
Park entry points
- Washpool National Park access See on map
Parking
- Bellbird campground See on map
- Coachwood picnic area See on map
- Coombadjha campground See on map
- Granite picnic area See on map
By bike
Check out the Bicycle information for NSW website for more information.
Best times to visit
Washpool National Park offers an exceptional visit all year round. You're sure to find a walk, tour, activity or attraction to appeal, regardless of the season. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Autumn offers good weather for exploring the park during the day and is cool enough during the evenings to sit by the campfire.
Spring
Mid-spring is a fantastic time to head out on the inspiring World Heritage walk. The temperature is perfect and the heathlands, swamps and woodlands erupt in a colourful display of wildflowers including the striking Gibraltar waratah.
Summer
Enjoy the shade of the rainforest with a picnic and walk, and then cool off with a dip in Coombajdha creek's natural pool.
Winter
The coldest time of the year means that you may likely have the park to yourself – enjoy the solitude.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
14°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
39.8°C
Winter temperature
Average
2°C and 15°C
Lowest recorded
-8.9°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
January
Driest month
April
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
254.8mm
Facilities
Toilets
Picnic tables Show more
- Bellbird campground
- Coachwood picnic area
- Coombadjha campground
- Four Bull Hut
- Granite picnic area
- Washpool horse riding trails
Barbecue facilities Show more
Drinking water
Showers
Electric power
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day applies only at attractions in the Glen Innes area. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring the correct change and display your receipt.
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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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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 North Coast and Country NSW regions
Washpool 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 applies only at attractions in the Glen Innes area. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring the correct change and display your receipt.
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
Nearby towns
Glen Innes (72 km)
Set in the most prolific sapphire region of Country NSW, Glen Innes hosts the annual Minerama Fossicking and Gem Show and the annual Australian Celtic Festival, and is home to the Australian Standing Stones.
Grafton (88 km)
Grafton is a gracious, historic city in the Clarence Valley farming district. It's situated on the broad Clarence River and surrounded by river flats.
Tenterfield (126 km)
Sir Henry Parkes delivered his famous "birth of our nation" speech in the Tenterfield School of Arts in 1889. His rousing speech is credited with being the decisive moment that set the country on its path toward Federation in 1901.