Washpool National Park
| Washpool National Park New South Wales | |
|---|---|
Washpool River, within the national park | |
| Nearest town or city | Grafton |
| Coordinates | 29°20′49″S 152°19′58″E / 29.34694°S 152.33278°E |
| Established | April 1983 |
| Area | 587 km2 (226.6 sq mi) |
| Managing authorities | NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service |
| Website | Washpool National Park |
| See also | Protected areas of New South Wales |
The Washpool National Park is a protected national park located in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. The 58,678-hectare (145,000-acre) park is situated approximately 520 kilometres (320 mi) north of Sydney, inland from Grafton, and is one of the largest uncut forests in New South Wales. The park has two campgrounds and is managed by the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service. It was established in 1983 to preserve the significant plant and animal populations found in the Washpool and Gibraltar Range forests. At the same time, it is part of the Gondwana Rainforest of Australia, which is famous for its ancient subtropical and temperate rainforests, rich biodiversity and ecological significance, and is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.