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Hasties Swamp National Park

Hasties Swamp National Park is a national park in Australia, established in 1994, covering 0.6 km² (0 sq mi). It is the #830 largest of Australia's 912 national parks.

Area
0.6 km²
Established
1994
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
CNS · 55 km
Hasties Swamp National Park
Photo: Wayne Butterworth · CC BY 3.0

Nearest airports to Hasties Swamp National Park

  1. 1
    Cairns International Airport Flag of AustraliaCairns, Australia Airports in AustraliaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    CNS55 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Cooktown Airport Flag of AustraliaAustralia Airports in Australia
    CTN209 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville Flag of AustraliaTownsville, Australia Airports in AustraliaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    TSV256 kmstraight line

More about Hasties Swamp National Park

Hasties Swamp National Park is one of 912 national parks in Australia. It covers 0.6 km² (55 ha), making it the #830 largest national park in Australia (0% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1994, 32 years ago — the first national parks in Australia date back to 1898. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Hasties Swamp National Park

The closest airport is Cairns International Airport (CNS), about 55 km away — around 1 h 12 min by car; alternatively Cooktown Airport (CTN, 209 km). Other national parks within reach include Herberton Range National Park (66 km²), Yungaburra National Park (0 km²), Curtain Fig National Park (2 km²) and Mount Hypipamee National Park (3 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Hasties Swamp National Park?

0.6 km² — about 55 hectares or 0 square miles.

When was Hasties Swamp National Park established?

In 1994 — 32 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Hasties Swamp National Park?

Cairns International Airport (CNS), about 55 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Hasties Swamp National Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.