Charles Hamey lookout
Kattang Nature Reserve
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Charles Hamey lookout.
Getting there and parking
Charles Hamey lookout is in the southern precinct of Kattang Nature Reserve. To get there:
- Continue driving along Camden Head Road
- Turn right into Charles Hamey Lookout Road
- Follow until you see Hamey’s carpark, where the short walk to the lookout commences.
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Charles Hamey lookout, including several designated disabled spots.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Kattang Nature Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Try your luck beach fishing at Dunbogan Beach, or from the rock platforms.
Spring
Immerse yourself in colour and surround yourself with blossoming wildflowers.
Summer
Wander along the wide rock platform near Washhouse Beach and discover the plentiful marine life in the rockpools.
Winter
Head to Perpendicular Point or Charles Hamey lookout for spectacular views and a great vantage point for whale watching.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
15°C and 26°C
Highest recorded
25.8°C
Winter temperature
Average
5°C and 18°C
Lowest recorded
5.3°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
1,188mm
Facilities
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
Fishing from a boat, the beach, the rocks or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing and rock fishing safety tips.
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
- Port Macquarie office
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6588 5555 for general enquiries only, no bookings.
- npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 22 Blackbutt Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444
Park info
- in Kattang Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Kattang Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger, or pest management.