Broadwater inland lookout
Broadwater National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Broadwater inland lookout.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Broadwater inland lookout is in the northern precinct of Broadwater National Park. To get there:
- From Broadwater, travel approximately 2km south along the Pacific Highway
- Turn left into Broadwater-Evans Head Road
- From the gate that is adjacent to Broadwater-Evans Head Road on the eastern side, walk 240m to the start of the track.
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available on Broadwater-Evans Head Road, a short walk from the track to Broadwater inland lookout.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Broadwater National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Enjoy a beach walk in the milder weather, birdwatching as you go.
Spring
Wildflowers at this time of year will just about knock your walking socks off with their vivid and varied colours This is the peak season for seeing migrating whales swimming closer to shore with their new calves .
Summer
When the weather's hot, the best thing to do is go swimming or have a surf.
Winter
This is the peak season for northern migration of whales.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
19.1°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
41.7°C
Winter temperature
Average
10.4°C and 19.2°C
Lowest recorded
2.7°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
449mm
Facilities
Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Alstonville office
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
- 02 6627 0200
- npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Russelton Industrial Estate, 7 Northcott Crescent, Alstonville NSW 2477
Park info
- in Broadwater National Park in the North Coast region
Broadwater National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.