Budderoo National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Budderoo National ParkNew South Wales |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Minnamurra Falls
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 Budderoo National Park
Location in New South Wales
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| Nearest town or city | Wollongong |
| Established | 3 October 1986 |
| Area | 7,219 ha (17,840 acres) |
| Managing authorities | National Parks & Wildlife Service |
| Website | Budderoo National Park |
| See also | Protected areas of New South Wales |
Budderoo National Park is a special natural area in New South Wales, Australia. It covers about 7,219 hectares, which is a very large space for nature. This park is located in the Illawarra region, about 99 kilometers southwest of Sydney. It's a protected place where plants and animals can live safely.
Exploring Budderoo National Park
The National Parks & Wildlife Service takes care of Budderoo National Park. One of the most famous parts of the park is the Minnamurra rainforest. You can walk through this beautiful rainforest on a special timber boardwalk.
The park offers many fun things to do. You can see pretty waterfalls and enjoy nature. There are also picnic and barbecue areas where you can have a meal with your family or friends. A visitors centre is available to help you learn more about the park.
Home to Special Birds
Budderoo National Park is part of a bigger area called the Budderoo and Barren Grounds Important Bird Area. This area is about 7,334 hectares in size. It's called an "Important Bird Area" because it's a crucial home for many birds.
The park protects many endangered eastern bristlebirds. These birds are very rare and need special care to survive. You might also spot smaller numbers of pilotbirds and rockwarblers. These birds live in different types of habitats within the park. These include sandy areas with low-growing plants called heath, and woodlands filled with eucalypt trees.
Nearby Natural Areas
Next to the eastern side of Budderoo National Park is the Barren Grounds Nature Reserve. This reserve also helps protect local wildlife. Not far from the western side of the park is the Yarrawa State Forest. These nearby areas help create a larger natural space for animals to roam.
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional Budderoo para niños 
