National parks & protected areas
Plan low-impact visits using official sources
Consult park regulations, trail guidance, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel across seasons.
Updated: May 2024
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official information for parks and protected areas: entry rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and visitor guidelines.
Explore official park information
Protected areas & park networks
Park network overview: where to go, how to get there, and how to stay on marked routes with minimal impact.
View park rules and access details
Heritage & conservation context
UNESCO heritage & conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background to help you understand why some areas have tighter rules and restricted access.
Learn about conservation and heritage
Eco rules to follow
Stick to marked trails
Honor wildlife quiet zones
No open flames
Pack out all rubbish