Auburn River National Park
National park in Australia
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Auburn River National Park is a protected area in the North Burnett Region, Queensland, Australia.[1] It is in the north-east of the locality of Hawkwood extending into southern Dykehead.[2]
| Auburn River National Park | |
|---|---|
  Auburn River National Park | |
| Location | Queensland |
| Nearest city | Mundubbera |
| Coordinates | 25°43′18″S 151°03′07″E |
| Area | 3.9 km2 (1.5 sq mi) |
| Established | 1964 |
| Governing body | Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service |
| Website | http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/auburn-river |
Geography
The park is 277 km northwest of Brisbane. The park is located on the Auburn River, a tributary of the Burnett River, south-west of Mundubbera.
Auburn River National Park was established in 1964 and features a steep river gorge and hardwood forests. It contains some relics from a brief, unsuccessful goldrush in the late 19th century.[3] Many species of birds, reptiles and mammals, such as the vulnerable brush-tailed rock-wallaby, live in habitats along the riverbank.[4]
Camping is allowed on the northern banks of the river at a campground where some facilities are provided.[5] Bush camping is also permitted.
Access is via Mundubbera-Durong Road.[3]
