National parks and protected areas
Plan low-impact visits using official sources
Follow park regulations, trail guidance, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and travel responsibly across the seasons.
Updated: March 2025
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official information for parks and protected areas: access rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and visitor guidance.
Explore official park information
Protected areas and 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 and conservation context
UNESCO World Heritage and conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background to explain why some areas have stricter rules and limited access.
Learn about conservation and heritage
Eco-friendly rules to follow
Stick to designated trails
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open flames
Take out all waste