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Mungo National Park, NSW - This protected national park in southwest NSW is most famous for Mungo Man—the remains of an Aboriginal man found in Lake Mungo.

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Mount Field National Park, TAS -

Think eucalyptus rainforest, stunning waterfalls, combined with moorland and mountains.

That's what you'll see at Mount Field National Park, found northwest of Hobart.

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Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, TAS -

This national park consists of protected rainforests, rugged peaks, gorgeous mountainside, as well as lakes and waterfalls.

It's located 165 kilometres northwest from the capital, Hobart.

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Kakadu National Park, NT - NT's Kakadu National Park boasts of more than 2,000 species of flora, red rock landscape, abundant wetlands, as well as crocs, turtles, and birds.

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Karijini National Park, WA -

This national park boasts of indigenous wildlife such as desert tree frogs, ring-tailed dragons, and goshawks, just to name a few.

The vast park spans over 6,000kmsq of beautiful outback landscape with hidden gems and gorges.

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Nambung National Park, WA -

Remote limestone karsts known as The Pinnacles are found in the dunes of Nambung National Park. The pillars owe their shapes to coastal winds. Some of the karsts reach 5m in height.

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Booderee National Park, ACT -

The park boasts of lookouts, viewpoints, camping spots, and areas where to just sit, chill, and take in the view.

It's also at close reach from Jervis Bay, which is arguably one of Australia's most beautiful bays.

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Kalbarri National Park, WA - At just under 500km north of Perth is Kalbarri National Park. It's perhaps best known for the 80km Murchison River gorge (pictured) and red rock landscape.

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Cape Le Grand National Park, WA - Have you heard of Lucky Bay? It's a secluded beach and a hidden gem found in Cape Le Grand National Park. If you're lucky, you may get a chance to swim the bay or stroll the white sand shores with a local roo.

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Litchfield National Park, NT -

Close to the town of Batchelor, roughly 100km from Darwin, lies Litchfield National Park. 

The park reportedly attracts around 260,000 visitors to its majestic waterfalls and rock formations per year.

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Kosciuszko National Park, NSW - Close to the border with Victoria, lies Kosciuszko National Park: a park with a rugged range of alpine mountains, gum trees galore, and home to Australia's highest point, Mount Kosciuszko.

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Purnululu National Park, WA -

Purnululu National Park is a World Heritage Site found in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

It's home to the famous Bungle Bungle Range (pictured), which stand out their unusual land-forms that look like beehives. 

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Daintree National Park, QLD - In the north of Queensland, sits the gorgeous Daintree rainforest and national park. It was founded in 1981 and was listed as a World Heritage Site in 1988.

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Freycinet National Park, TAS -

Tasmania's Freycinet National Park is famous for its granite and pink peaks, white sand shores, abundant bird species, and abundant bays.

It's home to Wineglass Bay, a well-known white sand beach near Hobart, Tasmania. A no, it's sadly not a wine-producing region.

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Dorrigo National Park, NSW -

The gorgeous national park of Dorrigo is only 5km away from a town of the same name.

It boasts of striking waterfalls and rainforest trails, as well as endless scenic routes, valleys, and perfect picnic spots.

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Blue Mountains National Park, NSW -

This park is part of the Great Dividing Range and home to Echo Point lookout with panoramic views that span the Jamison Valley.

Blue Mountains National Park is also home to the Three Sisters (pictured), an unusual rock formation and aboriginal site.

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Port Campbell National Park, VIC -

The Twelve Apostles are found in the Port Campbell National Park, which spans 1,750ha.

Driving through the national park takes you along the Great Ocean Road to the coastal town of Port Campbell which boasts seaside activities such as swimming, surfing, canoeing, and various lookouts and landmarks; such as the Loch Ard Gorge and the Grotto.

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Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park, NT -

Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park is named after its most famous habitants: Uluṟu and Kata Tjuṯa. The park spans over 1,326kmsq of quintessential Aussie outback. 

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Great Sandy National Park, QLD -

The coastal park of Great Sandy boasts of, you guessed it, lots of beach! 

It's located in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, in Cooloola.

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Flinders Chase National Park, SA - Flinders Chase National Park is located on Kangaroo Island, which is full of hidden natural gems to discover like Admiral's Arch (pictured) and the famous Remarkable Rocks.

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Lamington National Park, QLD -

On the border with NSW, sits Queensland's Lamington National Park.

Green Mountains and Binna Burra are two trails that cross the McPherson mountain range. Worth a hike!

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Innes National Park, SA -

This national park is a popular destination among scuba divers, surfers, birdwatchers, campers, and everybody else who enjoys a great, vast, and soft sand beach.

Innes National Park is found at the tip of the Yorke Peninsula, which is west of Adelaide (at approximately 300km).

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Springbrook National Park, QLD -

The Gold Coast's remote and protected national park of Springbook boasts of inverted waterfalls that fall through bridges and rock formations, creating stunning pools of water (as pictured).

Apparently the park is a good spot for spotting nocturnal animals such as brushtail and ringtail possums. 

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Whitsunday Islands National Park, QLD -

Queensland's Whitsunday Islands National Park homes 32 continental islands, including Whitsunday Island which is home to the famous Whitehaven beach.

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Alpine National Park, VIC -

As its name suggests, this national park is found in the Alpine region of Victoria. It's also the largest park of its kind in the state.

Skiing during winter, fields of bushland to roam through in summer, and stunning hikes all year round. Sound good? Off you go!

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Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, TAS -

This national park gets its name from the two rivers that flow along by it; the Gordon River and the Franklin River.

If kayaking, zip lining, hidden waterfalls, and stunning lookouts are your thing, then definitely visit this place

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Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, SA -

This national park is reportedly one of South Australia's most iconic and famous destinations. 

It's around 400km from Adelaide, and home to the Flinders Ranges mountains.

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Carnarvon National Park, QLD -

Approx. 500km from Brisbane you will find Carnarvon National Park. The park's most famous attraction and sight is the Carnarvon gorge (pictured), which came to be after years of water erosion.

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Bouddi National Park, NSW - Only 46km from Sydney, you will find Bouddi National Park. It's best known for its scenic beach boardwalks and rocky seaside trails, as well as its vast birdlife.

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Grampians National Park, VIC -

Away from the dramatic drops and cliffs, you will find and meet all types of Aussie flora and fauna.

If you're a keen trekker, you must first register at the Brambuk Cultural Centre before you embark on a hike of self-discovery (or not). It's found at the entrance of the Grampians National Park.

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Namadgi National Park, ACT - This protected area bordering NSW's Kosciuszko National Park, belongs to the Australian Alps region, and stands out for its colourful bushland and rocky landscape.

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Croajingolong National Park, VIC - Situated at almost the same distance from Melbourne (450km) and Sydney (500km), lies the national park of Croajingolong. It was named after Aboriginal natives from the area, and boasts of equally stunning coastal and mountain views.

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West MacDonnell National Park, NT -

This national park extends from the MacDonnell Rangers all the way to Alice Springs.

It's also home to the famous Larapinta Trail, which reaches across 233km. Fancy a trek?

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Royal National Park, NSW -

If you're a Sydneysider (or not), you may already know about the Royal National Park. 

South of Sydney, the park is a popular destination among bush walkers and hikers, and those who look for the perfect viewpoint to enjoy a BBQ.

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Wilsons Promontory National Park, VIC -

Just off the coast of Melbourne, you can find the Wilsons Promontory National Park. 

Granite mountains, roos and wombats, and white sand beaches are just a few of the views you'll be able to experience and enjoy at the park.

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Watarrka National Park, NT -

South of Darwin, and southwest of Alice Springs, you will find Watarrka National Park. 

The famous Kings Canyon and Kings Creek are found in the park, as well as various important Aboriginal sites.

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Murramarang National Park, NSW -

The Murramarang National Park and its beaches are surrounded by three forests: South Brooman, Benandarrak, and Kiola.

Did you know? The Ulladulla to Merimbula Important Bird Area is a part of the park and is home to swift parrots. 

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Sydney Harbour National Park, NSW -

Sydney Harbour National Park is the second-smallest green space to make this list. 

It consists of protected foreshore and islands in the Sydney Harbour area, which boasts secluded beaches and dramatic cliffs.

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Great Otway National Park, VIC -

The Great Otway National Park is famously home to the Otway ranges and the Triplet Falls.

It's also a popular stopover on the Great Ocean Road, with a walkway through the park that leads to the Twelve Apostles limestone landmarks.

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D'Entrecasteaux National Park, WA - The park is named after French admiral Bruni D'Entrecasteaux, known as the first European traveller to visit the area. That's also where Point D'Entrecasteaux got its name in 1792.

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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, NSW - This national park stands out for its beautiful bushland, coastline, rainforest, and over 350 Aboriginal sites. Also, its only a half hour drive north of Sydney!

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Fitzroy Island National Park, QLD -

The whole island of Fitzroy is a national park, and a pretty lush one too. It's found just off the coast of Cairns, and is only accessible by boat.

The rugged island with varied landscapes is surrounded in waters that belong to the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.

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Boodjamulla National Park, QLD -

Formerly known as Lawn Hill, Boodjamulla National Park boasts of gorgeous gorges and cascades where to enjoy water sports and take in nature's views.

The 2,820kmsq area is found in the Shire of Burke, Queensland.

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Nitmiluk National Park, NT -

Katherine River and Edith Falls gorges are found at the Nitmiluk National Park, which is roughly 244km from Darwin.

It was previously known as the Katherine Gorge National Park, and has borders with fellow famous park, Kakadu National Park. 

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Stirling Range National Park, WA - The Stirling Range National Park, also known as Koikyennuruff, consists of a mountain range in the Great Southern region of Western Australia.

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Lane Cove National Park, NSW -

Lane Cove National Park is perhaps one of the smaller parks to make this list, with 372ha of land.

It's the ideal escape for Sydneysiders who want to venture into nature for the weekend or afternoon, 20 minutes drive from Sydney's CBD.

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John Forrest National Park, WA - John Forrest National Park is Western Australia's first ever national park, established in 1898. It's located 24km from Perth, and has two distinct waterfalls that flow throughout spring and winter.

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Jervis Bay Marine Park, NSW -

The seaside national park of Jervis Bay spans 100km along the coast. Seals, dolphins, penguins, seabirds, whales, are just a few of the animals that call the park and its waters home.

It was formerly known as the Jervis Bay National Park.

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Myall Lakes National Park, NSW -

Myall Lakes is one of NSW's biggest lake systems and has over 40km of beach and dune coastline.

It's located approximately 230km north of Sydney.  

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Barrington Tops National Park, NSW -

Another park found north of Syndey is the Barrington Tops National Park. Deep forests, steep alpine woodlands, and sweeping views characterize the area.

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