Pipers Creek picnic area
Myall Lakes National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Pipers Creek picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Pipers Creek picnic area is in the Myall River precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. The picnic area can only be accessed by foot or boat via the lower Myall River. To get there:
- From Hawks Nest, follow Mungo Brush Road Drive
- Pipers Creek trailhead is on the left opposite the Lemontree 4WD beach access point
- Leave the car here and follow Pipers Creek trail for approximately 500m to the picnic area.
Boat access:
- Boat ramps are available at Mungo Brush campground and Marine Drive, Tea Gardens.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Pipers Creek trailhead, Mungo Brush campground and Marine Drive, Tea Gardens.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Myall Lakes National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
A good time to visit when the weather is a little cooler and the park is less busy.
Spring
Magnificent wildflower displays as they bloom across the heathlands.
Summer
Look for dolphins swimming among the waves.
Winter
Head to Sugarloaf Point to watch for whales on their annual migration.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
19°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
41.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
10°C and 19°C
Lowest recorded
1.1°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
May
Driest month
November
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
257.8mm
Facilities
There are no toilets at Pipers Creek picnic area. The nearest facilities are located at Stewart & Lloyds campground.
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.
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).
Buy annual pass