National parks & protected areas
Plan eco-friendly visits with official sources
Consult park regulations, trail guidance, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel across the seasons.
Updated: April 2024
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official information for parks and protected areas: access rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and guidance for visitors.
Explore official park information
Protected areas & park networks
Park network overview: destinations, how to reach them, and how to stay on marked routes with minimal footprint.
View park rules and access details
Heritage & conservation context
UNESCO heritage & conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background explain why some areas have stricter rules and restricted access.
Learn about conservation and heritage
Eco rules to follow
Stick to marked trails only
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open flames
Take all waste with you