Christmas Island National Park

Christmas Island National Park is a nature reserve on Christmas Island in Australia, characterized by tropical rainforest, limestone cliffs, and coral reefs. The area covers approximately 85 square kilometers along the Indian Ocean coastline.

The reserve was established in 1980 and expanded twice during the 1980s to protect island ecosystems from phosphate mining impacts. These actions marked a turning point in safeguarding the natural environment.

The park is home to species found nowhere else in the world, and visitors can see how the landscape has been shaped to protect these rare animals and plants from outside threats.

The park offers multiple hiking trails for visitors, with popular routes leading to coastal overlooks and areas for observing wildlife. The best time to explore is during dry weather when trails are easier to walk.

The park is known for the annual migration of over 100 million red crabs moving from forest to ocean. This synchronized mass movement is a rare natural event that visitors can witness firsthand.

Location: Shire of Christmas Island

Website: http://environment.gov.au/topics/national-parks/christmas-island-national-park

GPS coordinates: -10.50585,105.61171

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00