Mount Hyland Nature Reserve

Mount Hyland Nature Reserve is a protected area with three mountain peaks in the New England Tablelands of New South Wales. Temperate rainforest covers the terrain, with trees that have been native to this region for millions of years.

The area gained official protection in 1984 and received UNESCO recognition shortly after as part of the Gondwana Rainforests. These protections recognized the importance of these ancient forests as habitat and natural heritage.

The temperate rainforest here showcases tree species that have grown in this region for millions of years, shaping how the landscape looks and feels. Visitors walk through these ancient forests and experience the vegetation directly.

The Summit track is the main route and leads through the rainforest with viewpoints and rest areas along the way. Visitors should bring sturdy footwear and rain protection, as the terrain is damp and hilly.

In the 1980s, animal species here were rediscovered after being thought extinct for a long time. These findings showed that the forest provides habitat for rare creatures that have vanished elsewhere.

Location: New South Wales

Inception: 1984

Part of: Gondwana Rainforests of Australia

GPS coordinates: -30.16000,152.44500

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:26