Australia · national park
Pidna National Park
Pidna National Park is a national park in Australia, established in 2006, covering 1.5 km² (1 sq mi). It is the #797 largest of Australia's 912 national parks.
- Area
- 1.5 km²
- Established
- 2006
- IUCN
- II: National Park
- Nearest airport
- OKY · 62 km
Nearest airports to Pidna National Park
- 1 OKY62 kmstraight line
- 2 WTB76 kmstraight line
- 3 MCY115 kmstraight line
More about Pidna National Park
Pidna National Park is one of 912 national parks in Australia. It covers 1.5 km² (153 ha) — about 76% of the size of Monaco, making it the #797 largest national park in Australia (0% of the country's national park area).
History and protection
The park was established in 2006, 20 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 Pidna National Park
The closest airport is Oakey Army Aviation Centre (OKY), about 62 km away — around 1 h 21 min by car; alternatively Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB, 76 km). Other national parks within reach include The Palms National Park (0 km²), Tarong National Park (15 km²), Mount Binga National Park (11 km²) and Benarkin National Park (2 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.
Frequently asked questions
How big is Pidna National Park?
When was Pidna National Park established?
What is the nearest airport to Pidna National Park?
What protection category is Pidna National Park?
Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.