Weddin Mountains National Park Plan of Management

Important values of the park include the scenic quality of its landforms and its moderately large size and compact shape, which make it important as habitat for plants and animals typical of the residual ranges of the central western slopes.

The primary emphasis in the plan is on protecting Weddin Mountains National Park as an isolated remnant of western slopes plant and animal habitat and promoting the concept of wildlife corridors through liaison with local landholders, councils and relevant government organisations.

The plan also recognises the importance of developing specific policies and actions to maintain the genetic diversity of native plant and animal communities of the Weddin Mountains. These include monitoring and research into the status of plant and animal communities and identifying rare and endangered species.

Amendment

Amendment to Weddin Mountains National Park Plan of Management (2019)

The Weddin Mountains National Park Plan of Management adopted in 1995 prohibited horse riding.

The amendment provides for low-key horse riding in the southern part of Weddin Mountains National Park, and applies conditions to ensure the protection of the park’s natural and cultural values, as well as visitor safety and enjoyment.

This amendment was approved by the Minister for Energy and Environment on 22 August 2019 and should be read in conjunction with the Weddin Mountains National Park Plan of Management (1995).