Errinundra National Park

Errinundra National Park is a nature reserve in East Gippsland featuring large stands of cool temperate rainforest mixed with tall eucalyptus trees. The landscape is shaped by dense vegetation and the endemic Errinundra Shining Gum, a rare species found nowhere else.

The park was established in 1988 on lands that have been inhabited by the Gunaikurnai peoples for countless generations. Its creation recognized both the ecological value of the forest and the deep connection between the traditional inhabitants and the landscape.

The park features self-guided walks that follow the path of explorer Walter Baldwin Spencer, offering insights into early Australian exploration routes.

Unsealed roads become impassable during winter due to rain and snow, so the park is best visited during dry months. Plan walks ahead and check weather conditions before heading into the forest.

The Gippsland Waratah, a tree with deep crimson flowers, grows only in this region and blooms throughout spring. This rare species provides a striking visual display that few visitors expect to find in a temperate forest setting.