National parks and safeguarded lands
Arrange low-impact trips using official references
Follow park guidelines, trail information, and heritage listings to pick paths that safeguard habitats and encourage responsible travel across seasons.
Updated: November 2023
Key resources for planning
National Parks Official 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
Overview of park networks: where to visit, how to reach them, and how to stay on designated paths with minimal disruption.
View park rules and access information
Heritage and conservation context
UNESCO heritage and conservation overview
Details on heritage listings and conservation to explain why some areas have tighter rules and restricted access.
Learn about conservation and heritage
Guidelines for eco-friendly conduct
Stay on designated trails
Honor wildlife quiet zones
No open flames
Pack out all rubbish