National parks & protected areas
Plan low-impact visits using official sources
Follow park regulations, trail guidance, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel across the seasons.
Updated: March 2024
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official details for parks and protected areas: access policies, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and guidance for visitors.
Review official park information
Protected areas & park networks
Overview of park networks: where to go, how to reach them, and how to stay on marked routes with minimal impact.
See park regulations and access details
Heritage & conservation context
UNESCO heritage and conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background to help you understand why certain areas have stricter rules and limited access.
Understand conservation and heritage
Eco rules to follow
Stay on designated trails only
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open flames
Take all waste with you