National parks and protected areas
Plan low-impact visits using official sources
Consult park regulations, trail advice, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable you to travel responsibly across the seasons.
Updated: March 2025
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official details for parks and protected areas: access rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and guidance for visitors.
Explore official park information
Protected areas and park networks
Park network overview: where to visit, how to reach them, and how to stay on marked paths with minimal impact.
View park rules and access details
Heritage and conservation context
UNESCO heritage and conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background explain why some areas have stricter rules and restricted access.
Learn about conservation and heritage
Ecological guidelines to follow
Stick to marked trails
Respect quiet zones for wildlife
No open fires
Take all waste with you