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Reliance Creek National Park

Reliance Creek National Park is a national park in Australia, established in 2007, covering 0.3 km² (0 sq mi). It is the #844 largest of Australia's 912 national parks.

Area
0.3 km²
Established
2007
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
MKY · 16 km

Nearest airports to Reliance Creek National Park

  1. 1
    Mackay Airport Flag of AustraliaMackay, Australia Airports in AustraliaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    MKY16 kmstraight line
  2. 2
    Hamilton Island Airport Flag of AustraliaHamilton Island, Australia Airports in AustraliaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    HTI78 kmstraight line
  3. 3
    Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport Flag of AustraliaProserpine, Australia Airports in AustraliaTransfers & Meet & Greet →
    PPP84 kmstraight line

More about Reliance Creek National Park

Reliance Creek National Park is one of 912 national parks in Australia. It covers 0.3 km² (29 ha), making it the #844 largest national park in Australia (0% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 2007, 19 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 Reliance Creek National Park

The closest airport is Mackay Airport (MKY), about 16 km away — around 21 minutes by car; alternatively Hamilton Island Airport (HTI, 78 km). Other national parks within reach include Pioneer Peaks National Park (19 km²), Cape Hillsborough National Park (11 km²), Yuwi Paree Toolkoon National Park (0 km²) and Mount Martin National Park (23 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Reliance Creek National Park?

0.3 km² — about 29 hectares or 0 square miles.

When was Reliance Creek National Park established?

In 2007 — 19 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Reliance Creek National Park?

Mackay Airport (MKY), about 16 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Reliance Creek 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.