National parks and safeguarded areas
Plan eco-friendly visits using official sources
Consult park regulations, trail guidance, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel across the seasons.
Updated: March 2025
Key resources for planning
Official guide to National Parks
Official details for parks and safeguarded areas: access restrictions, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and visitor guidance.
Explore official park details
Protected areas and park networks
Overview of the park network: destinations, transport, and staying on marked trails with minimal impact.
View park rules and access information
Heritage and conservation context
UNESCO heritage and conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background to help you understand why some areas have stricter rules and restricted access.
Explore conservation and heritage
Eco guidelines to follow
Stick to marked trails
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open fires
Pack out all trash