Mount Royal National Park

Mount Royal National Park is a nature reserve covering about 69 square kilometers in the Hunter region of New South Wales. The area contains rainforests, eucalyptus woodlands, and open grasslands connected by walking tracks that let visitors explore different ecosystems.

Ludwig Leichhardt became the first European to reach the summit in 1843, beginning the documented exploration of this area. Since then it has become a protected natural space.

The national park forms part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, representing significant biological evolution on the Australian continent.

Youngville campground serves as the main base for visitors to reach the walking tracks throughout the park. The best conditions for walking usually occur during the cooler months.

The mountain's summit features a distinctive basalt cap at 1,100 meters high, formed from ancient lava flows. This geology originated from volcanic activity from the Barrington Volcano that shaped the landscape long ago.

Location: Dungog Shire Council

Operator: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Website: https://nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/Mount-Royal-National-Park

GPS coordinates: -32.20433,151.30351

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:43