Explore Armidale's National Parks

Armidale's natural wonders

Within a one-hour drive from the centre of Armidale you will find not one but four national parks each with its own extraordinary natural attractions.

Wollomombi Falls

Oxley Wild Rivers National Park – 35min drive from Armidale

The second highest waterfalls in Australia, cascading dramatically 220m to the valley below. Download map.

Point Lookout

New England National Park– 1hr 15min drive from Armidale

Stunning, panoramic views across the World Heritage rainforest to the ocean in the distance. Toilets, picnic tables and BBQ facilities available. Download map.

Cathedral Rock National Park

1hr drive from Armidale

Magnificent granite tors and outcrops, formed around 230 million years ago, perfect for rock hopping, bushwalking, camping and exploring. Toilets, Picnic tables and BBQ facilities available. Download map.