Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre

Dorrigo Mountain, NSW

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Dorrigo Mountain, NSW

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Rest AreaCaravansNo PetsDrinking WaterToiletsAccessible

About this rest area

Welcome to Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre, a vibrant jewel within the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of lush, ancient rainforests rich in wildlife and history. Explore through interactive exhibits, enjoy panoramic views from the Skywalk, or venture on boardwalks and trails that crisscross the rainforest, witnessing the unique biodiversity and echoing nature's vibrant pulse. Discover a living link to the ancient world and let this captivating environment open a window to Australia’s past, present and future.

Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre is a magnificent gateway to the ancient world, situated in the heart of Australia's Gondwana Rainforests. This World Heritage-listed site hosts over fifty remnants of rainforests in New South Wales and South-eastern Queensland, forming a breathtaking ensemble of the world's diverse rainforest types. Immerse yourself in an adventure through time as these Gondwana rainforests serve as an irreplaceable living testament to the prehistoric world, chronicling the evolution of most of Australia’s flora and fauna. These lush jungles offer not just a permit to the past but a glimmer into the future. With an interactive display at the Rainforest Centre, visitors of all ages can journey through different aspects of the rainforest, aided by staff who can provide comprehensive information. Expand your understanding of our planet in the realms of Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre, a sanctuary to the ancient and diverse web of life.

How to Get There

The Dorrigo Rainforest Centre and Skywalk are only an hour's drive west of Coffs Harbour. Proceed to waypoint on Waterfall Way. Turn E onto Dome Road and continue for 2km. Rainforest Centre is located at T junction.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables

Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Accessible

Other Features

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The World Heritage Listed Dorrigo National Park Rainforest Centre

Long Rig

Coffee & Tea

Day Rest Area

Information Centre

Cold Drinks

Bin

Accessible skywalk out to the breathtaking views among the treetops

Photo Opportunity

Takeaway Food

Walking

Gift & Souvenir Shop

Day Use Area

National Park

Mobile Phone Coverage

Meals

Information

Sit Down Meals

Cafe

Location

Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre•Dome Road, Dorrigo Mountain, NSW, 2453

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Common questions about Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre

What facilities does Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre have?

Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre has caravans, no pets, drinking water, the world heritage listed dorrigo national park rainforest centre, long rig and coffee & tea. That is the short list; 26 facilities are recorded for this site in total.

Are dogs allowed at Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre?

The record for Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre lists "No Pets", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre online?

We hold no online booking link for Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre?

Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre sits in Dorrigo Mountain, NSW. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre

Facilities recorded for Dorrigo National Park and Rainforest Centre
Facility	On site
Caravans	Yes
	Yes
No Pets	Yes
Drinking Water	Yes
The World Heritage Listed Dorrigo National Park Rainforest Centre	Yes
Long Rig	Yes
Coffee & Tea	Yes
Day Rest Area	Yes
Toilets	Yes
Information Centre	Yes
Cold Drinks	Yes
Bin	Yes
Accessible skywalk out to the breathtaking views among the treetops	Yes
Photo Opportunity	Yes
Takeaway Food	Yes
Walking	Yes
Gift & Souvenir Shop	Yes
Picnic Tables	Yes
Day Use Area	Yes
National Park	Yes
Mobile Phone Coverage	Yes
Meals	Yes
Information	Yes
Shade	Yes
Sit Down Meals	Yes
Accessible	Yes
Cafe	Yes

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