Dark Point Aboriginal Place
Myall Lakes National Park
Overview
Dark Point Aboriginal Place, in southern Myall Lakes National Park, is a culturally significant site for the Worimi people with scenic coastal views across to Broughton Island.
- Type
- Aboriginal sites
- Where
- Myall Lakes National Park in North Coast
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- What to
bring - Drinking water, hat, sunscreen
- Please note
- To protect Aboriginal objects and dune vegetation, vehicles must remain on the beach and are not permitted to drive over the headland. Vehicle (4WD) access to the beach is available at Lemontree or via Hawks Nest.
- Please be aware that Aboriginal sites form a rich part of the cultural history of the region. Please help to protect this cultural heritage by not removing any relics or artefacts.
The rocky headland of Dark Point, north of Hawks Nest and in the southern area of Myall Lakes National Park, was declared an Aboriginal Site of significance in 2002. This area has a rich cultural history and has been a gathering place for the Worimi people for over 4000 years, making it well worth a visit.
Walk along Dark Point walking track to the headland and take in the fresh coastal breezes. Observing the sweeping scenic views across to Broughton Island, you can imagine why it was a popular spot for so long.
The Worimi people would gather here in clan groups, or nuras, to feast on the abundant seafood. Traditional burial sites, as well as middens, have been found in this area.
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Operated by
- Booti Booti Office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Closed public holidays.
- 02 6591 0300
- npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au
- The Ruins campground, Booti Booti National Park, 4374 The Lakes Way, Booti Booti 2428
Park info
- in Myall Lakes National Park in the North Coast region
Myall Lakes National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day.
The park has coin/card operated pay machines at Mungo Brush campground. Day passes are also available from the Manning Great Lakes Area Office, Bulahdelah Visitor Information Centre and the Hawks Nest Newsagency. You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app.
Bombah Point ferry fees may also apply (cash payment only).
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Things to do (55)
- 4WD touring (2)
- Aboriginal culture (8)
- Adventure sports (3)
- Beach (9)
- Birdwatching and wildlife encounters (18)
- Cafes and kiosks (1)
- Canoeing/paddling (6)
- Cultural heritage (1)
- Cycling (2)
- Environmental appreciation/study (1)
- Fishing (10)
- Historic heritage (14)
- Picnics and barbecues (9)
- Sailing, boating and cruises (3)
- Sightseeing (17)
- Snorkelling and scuba (2)
- Surfing (6)
- Swimming (12)
- Walking (18)