About Monga National Park
Monga National Park is a protected area in the Queanbeyan-Palerang region of New South Wales, located along the Kings Highway between Braidwood and Batemans Bay. Established in 2001, it conserves old-growth eucalypt forest and rare cool temperate rainforest including the ancient pinkwood trees of Penance Grove. The park is notable for the historic Corn Trail, the Mongarlowe River, and its diverse birdlife and forest landscapes.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore temperate rainforest and tall eucalypt forest along the Kings Highway. The main visitor area is Penance Grove, where a short elevated timber boardwalk winds through ancient pinkwood trees with interpretive signs. The Mongarlowe River flows through the park, and the historic Corn Trail walking track follows a 19th-century bridle track. The setting is quiet and forested, with picnic areas, birdwatching opportunities and short nature walks.
Key highlights
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Penance Grove boardwalk through ancient pinkwood rainforest
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Old-growth eucalypt forest and cool temperate rainforest
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Mongarlowe River corridor
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Historic Corn Trail walking track
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Birdwatching and forest photography opportunities