Cottan-Bimbang National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cottan-Bimbang National ParkNew South Wales |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Rainforest in Cottan-Bimbang National Park at the Stockyard Creek picnic area
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 Cottan-Bimbang National Park
Location in New South Wales
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| Nearest town or city | Walcha |
| Established | 1999 |
| Area | 269 km2 (103.9 sq mi) |
| Location | 443 km (275 mi) N of Sydney |
| Managing authorities | NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service |
| Website | Cottan-Bimbang National Park |
| See also | Protected areas of New South Wales |
Cottan-Bimbang National Park is a special place in New South Wales, Australia. It is about 443 kilometers (275 miles) north of Sydney. The park is also about 65 kilometers (40 miles) southeast of Walcha.
This area used to be a state forest. The Oxley Highway road goes through the park. It passes south of Werrikimbe National Park. There is also a 15-kilometer (9-mile) road called Myrtle Scrub Road. It forms a loop in the western part of the park. This road connects with the Oxley Highway.
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Animals and Plants of Cottan-Bimbang
This park is located on the eastern side of a mountain range. It has many different types of plants and animals.
Amazing Forests
The park is home to huge, old eucalyptus trees. These trees are part of a very tall forest. You can also find beautiful rainforests here. Rainforests are dense forests that get a lot of rain.
Cool Creatures
Cottan-Bimbang National Park is a safe home for many animals. You might spot some threatened frog species. There are also yellow-bellied gliders (Petaurus australis). These amazing animals can glide through the air between trees. You might even see a koala!
The Walking Stick Palm
The name 'Cottan-bimbang' comes from the local Aboriginal language. It means "walking stick palm." This special palm (Linospadix monostachya) grows in the park's cooler rainforests. It's a unique plant that gives the park its name.
A Plant Problem
Sometimes, plants that don't belong can cause problems. In Cottan-Bimbang National Park, blackberries (Rubus) are a serious issue. They are a type of weed. These weeds can grow very fast. They can take over areas where native plants should be. This makes it harder for the park's natural plants to grow.
Visiting Cottan-Bimbang National Park
The park offers places for visitors to relax and enjoy nature.
Picnic and Barbecue Spots
At Stockyard Creek, right on the Oxley Highway, you'll find a nice picnic area. There's also a barbecue spot where you can cook food. Public toilets are available there too. Another cleared area for picnics is next to Cells River. This spot is on Myrtle Scrub Road.
Camping at Maxwells Flat
If you want to stay longer, you can camp at Maxwells Flat. This camping area is on Causeway Road. It's a cleared space perfect for setting up tents. There is also a simple toilet available for campers.
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional Cottan-Bimbang para niños
