Brisbane Water National Park is set in over 12,000 ha of rugged sandstone country. Bordering the Hawkesbury River the park provides magnificent views of the river, Brisbane Water and Broken Bay. Fabulous wildflower displays from late winter to early spring are one of the features of the park. You may see a diverse range of native animals, including threatened species such as spotted tailed quolls and koalas that find refuge in the park. This sandstone country has an extensive array of Aboriginal... Read more

In North Wyrrabalong there's a lookout at the end of Pelican Beach Rd with a view over Pelican Beach. Along the Red Gum Trail you will find viewing platforms offering wide views of the mountains and Tuggerah Lake. From Crackneck and Wyrrabalong lookouts in South Wyrrabalong you'll see panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding areas. The park is on the Central Coast of NSW, about 110 kilometres north of Sydney, within day trip distance. It's in two parts, one on each side of The Entrance. To get... Read more

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is where the Hawkesbury River meets the sea: a tight cluster of secretive, winding creeks, sheltered beaches, hidden coves and wide expanses of deep blue water. You'll find heathlands on the sandstone ridges, dense forests on the slopes, and mangroves on the tidal mudflats. The park's scenic beauty is combined with a rich Aboriginal heritage and a strong sense of history. So it's hardly surprising that millions of walkers, boaters, swimmers and picnickers have visited... Read more

Wallarah National Park conserves coastal land south of Caves Beach, just east of Lake Macquarie. The park is in three sections, on the east and west of the Pacific Highway. It's about 30 kilometres south of Newcastle and 120 kilometres north of Sydney. There are plenty of things to do in the park, including walking, fishing, swimming, surfing. The coastal views are spectacular, and this is a good whale watching spot. Contact the park office Lake Munmorah Street address: Blue Wren Drive, Munmorah... Read more

The park has a rich history of Aborignal occupation and more recently forestry operation. Today it conserves a diversity of plants and animals including a number of threatened species and endangered ecological communities. Enjoy a picnic at Astills Picnic Area and explore the Kurri Sand Swamp Woodland. A great way to see the park is by bicycle. One of the best routes is to depart from the picnic area, cycle north along Deadmans Trail and then return to the picnic area via Gibsons Road. The Forestry... Read more