Mount Jerusalem National Park

Mount Jerusalem National Park is a nature reserve in the Byron Bay hinterland that combines tall eucalypt forests with sections of subtropical rainforest. The landscape spans multiple elevation zones, each supporting different plant and animal communities across its total area.

The area became a national park in 1995 following environmental campaigns against logging plans, particularly through a major blockade that drew attention to the region. This designation reflected growing support for forest protection in the area.

The park sits on Country shaped by Indigenous peoples over countless generations, and walking through it today means traveling through land with deep cultural roots. Visitors experience this connection directly as they move between the rainforest and eucalypt sections.

The park can be entered from several points and offers walking tracks, birdwatching, and outdoor activities for different fitness levels. Bring sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, as conditions and track difficulty vary across the area.

The park shelters Albert's lyrebirds, unusual birds known for their complex songs that can mimic other creatures and even human sounds. This remarkable vocal ability makes birdwatching here particularly rewarding and surprising.

Location: Tweed Shire Council

Operator: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

GPS coordinates: -28.50844,153.37050

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45