Stone cottage and street carpeted in autumn leaves in Tenterfield, photo by Sera J Wright

Autumn in Tenterfield

Discover Tenterfield’s True Colours

As the days grow cooler, Tenterfield’s parks and gardens come alive with vibrant red, orange, and golden hues. The crisp air and changing leaves make it a perfect season for scenic drives, bushwalks, and cosy country escapes.

Autumn in Tenterfield brings average daily highs of 18 to 24°C — perfect weather for strolling the tree-lined streets, parks and gardens that are alight with red and golden hues. With a backdrop of blue autumn skies, the fallen leaves form a magic carpet of rich red Claret Ash and Pin Oak gold, making a path through town as you explore this natural and historic wonderland. The national parks are a palette of green following the first light rains of the season.

March

12.5° – 24.6°C

April

8.5° – 21.7°C

May

4.8° – 18.0°C

Autumn Drives

As the sun sets over the mountain ranges and heritage buildings, find a cosy spot in front of a roaring log fire and enjoy a glass of local wine. Explore the scenic drives that are at their most beautiful in autumn light.

Autumn Walks

The national parks are a palette of green following the first light rains of the season — perfect conditions for a day on the trails.

Hikers walking across granite slabs on the Mount Norman hike, Girraween Hike
11 km 4 hrs

Mount Norman Hike

Holding sway as the highest peak in Girraween National Park is Mount Norman, a granite monolith offers breathtaking views and…

Walker exploring granite boulders and native cypress on the Bungoona Walk at Bald Rock Hike
5.7 km 2 hrs

Bald Rock – Bungoona Walk

When you make your way along the Bungoona Walk, you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the bird songs being broadcast by…

Bush track leading to the Granite Arch rock formation in Bald Rock National Park Hike
1.6 km .5 hrs

Granite Arch Walk

A short, easy walk through giant boulders to a stunning natural stone arch — a photographer's dream.

Basket Swamp Falls cascading over rock shelves surrounded by bushland Hike
1 km 1 hrs

Basket Swamp Falls Walk

A short, tranquil trail through eucalypt trees to a lookout over the cascading falls below.

Two hikers crossing the bare granite dome towards the summit of Bald Rock Hike
2.7 km 2 hrs

Bald Rock – Summit

Australia's largest granite monolith is an unforgettable climb.

Where to Stay

Cosy up after a day on the trails — Tenterfield has accommodation to suit every style, from farmstays to boutique stays.

Local Produce & Wineries

Sample local wine and seasonal produce at the region’s cellar doors and farmgate stalls.