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Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)

Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) is a national park in Australia, established in 1989, covering 0.3 km² (0 sq mi). It is the #847 largest of Australia's 912 national parks.

Area
0.3 km²
Established
1989
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
IRG · 24 km

Nearest airports to Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)

  1. 1
    Lockhart River Airport Flag of AustraliaLockhart River, Australia Airports in Australia
    IRG24 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Coen Airport Flag of AustraliaCoen, Australia Airports in Australia
    CUQ132 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Weipa Airport Flag of AustraliaWeipa, Australia Airports in Australia
    WEI166 kmstraight line

More about Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)

Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) is one of 912 national parks in Australia. It covers 0.3 km² (26 ha), making it the #847 largest national park in Australia (0% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1989, 37 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 Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)

The closest airport is Lockhart River Airport (IRG), about 24 km away — around 31 minutes by car; alternatively Coen Airport (CUQ, 132 km). Other national parks within reach include Kutini-Payamu National Park (346 km²), Mitirinchi Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) (0 km²), Wuthara Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) (1 km²) and Piper Islands National Park (0 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)?

0.3 km² — about 26 hectares or 0 square miles.

When was Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land) established?

In 1989 — 37 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)?

Lockhart River Airport (IRG), about 24 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Ma'alpiku Island National Park (Cape York Peninsula Aboriginal Land)?

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

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