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Six national parks that feel like you’re in a Hollywood movie

Ever wish that your life was like the movies? Do you find yourself daydreaming about living as a dashing secret agent, walking alongside dinosaurs or finding a portal to a secret world behind the filing cabinet? I reckon you probably have, but there’s no harm in a bit of fantasy if it gets us out the door. In fact, New South Wales is home to some incredible environments that resemble the locations of famous films and make you feel as if you’re on a cinematic adventure.

Person hiking in Border Ranges National Park. Photo credit: Branden Bodman/DPIE
Photo Information Border Ranges National Park Branden Bodman/DPIE, 2018 On the lookout for a dinosaur!

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  • Friends on a road trip to Mungo National Park. Photo credit: Melissa Findley/OEH

    Road Trips

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  • Two people sitting outside a tent preparing a drink on a portable stove in a nsw national park campground. Photo credit: Remy Brand / DPE

    Camping & Cottages

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  • Breadknife and Grand High Tops walk, Warrumbungle National Park. Photo credit: Rob Mulally/DPIE

    Hiking & Bushwalks

    From leisurely strolls to blood pumping hikes, there’s a nature trail just for you.

  • A family in two canoes paddles down the Murray River, Murray Valley National Park. Photo credit: Boen Ferguson/DPIE

    Activities

    Canoeing, kayaking, canyoning or a spot of picnicking, anyone?

  • Person pointing at a small mushroom on a tree, Werrikimbe National Park. Photo credit: Rob Mulally/DPIE

    Nature & Wellness

    Nature makes us feel great. Learn about plants and animals and how you can help us protect them

  • NPWS field officer in light rain. Photo credit: Branden Bodman/OEH

    Ranger Tips

    Essential know-how to get the best out of your visit

Rainforest. Beach. Mountains. Desert. Pick the epic setting for your next escape.

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