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Mount Imlay National Park

Mount Imlay National Park is a national park in Australia, established in 1999, covering 47 km² (18 sq mi). It is the #445 largest of Australia's 912 national parks.

Area
47 km²
Established
1999
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
MIM · 31 km
Mount Imlay National Park
Photo: Poyt448 Peter Woodard · CC0

Nearest airports to Mount Imlay National Park

  1. 1
    Merimbula Airport Flag of AustraliaMerimbula, Australia Airports in Australia
    MIM31 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport Flag of AustraliaCooma, Australia Airports in Australia
    OOM119 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Moruya Airport Flag of AustraliaMoruya, Australia Airports in Australia
    MYA145 kmstraight line

More about Mount Imlay National Park

Mount Imlay National Park is one of 912 national parks in Australia. It covers 47 km² (4,717 ha) — about 80% of the size of Manhattan, making it the #445 largest national park in Australia (0% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 1999, 27 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 Mount Imlay National Park

The closest airport is Merimbula Airport (MIM), about 31 km away — around 41 minutes by car; alternatively Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport (OOM, 119 km). Other national parks within reach include Beowa National Park (104 km²), Nalbaugh National Park, South East Forest National Park (1,152 km²) and Nungatta National Park — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Mount Imlay National Park?

47 km² — about 4,717 hectares or 18 square miles.

When was Mount Imlay National Park established?

In 1999 — 27 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Mount Imlay National Park?

Merimbula Airport (MIM), about 31 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Mount Imlay 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.