Perch Hole picnic area
Lake Innes Nature Reserve
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Perch Hole picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Perch Hole picnic area is in the eastern precinct of Lake Innes Nature Reserve. To get there:
- From Port Macquarie CBD, head south on Ocean Drive and continue for approximately 14km
- Turn right at the sign indicating Perch Hole picnic area, shortly before the town of Lake Cathie.
- Follow the signs to the picnic area
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Perch Hole picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of things to enjoy when you visit Perch Hole picnic area in Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Go birdwatching or enjoy wildlife-spotting around the lake.
Spring
Enjoy getting out on the water canoeing, kayaking or fishing.
Summer
Cool down when the weather is hot by swimming in lovely Lake Innes.
Winter
Take a guided tour of Innes Ruins and learn about the area’s intriguing history.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
16°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
42.3°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
0°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
February
Driest month
August/September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
298.2mm
Facilities
Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Picnic tables
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
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 Lake Innes Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Lake Innes Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.