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Royal National Park

national park, New South Wales, Australia
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The Royal National Park, located south of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, was established in 1879. It holds the distinction of being the world's second national park, following Yellowstone in the United States. Covering 58 square miles (150 square km), its creation reflects a long-standing association with outdoor recreation in the state's history. Early bushwalking clubs played a role in advocating for the establishment of new national parks and wilderness areas.1

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  1. New England National Park
  2. New South Wales - Sports and recreation

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