Front Beach
Front Beach offers family friendly options including swimming, paddling, liloing and picnicking in Arakoon National Park on the mid North Coast of NSW.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
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Bridle trail
Bridle Trail walking track is an easy short walk offering a glimpse of the historic heritage of Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park near Kempsey.
- Distance
- 0.6km one-way
- Time
- 15 - 45min
- Grade
- Grade 2
- Wheelchair
access - Medium
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Green Island walking track
Green Island walking track goes through coastal heathland to a lookout with scenic views to Smoky Cape Lighthouse, offering excellent birdwatching and whale watching.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 3km return
- Time
- 1 - 2hrs
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast
Jack Perkins walking track
The short Jack Perkins walking track, near Smoky Cape picnic area, offers scenic views, wildlife, rainforest, and golden beaches in Hat Head National Park near Kempsey.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 2km return
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast
Little Bay to Gap Beach walking track
Little Bay to Gap Beach walking track is a challenging walk offering birdwatching, swimming, fishing and scenic views in Hat Head National Park, near South West Rocks.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 6km return
- Time
- 2 - 3hrs
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Hat Head National Park, Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Monument Hill walking track
Featuring stunning coastal views, the easy Monument Hill walk takes in the historic monument built for German gaol internees before finishing at Little Bay picnic area.
- Distance
- 1.4km one-way
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Wheelchair
access - Medium
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Powder Magazine walking track
Powder Magazine walking track is a short walk near Trial Bay, in Arakoon National Park, offering scenic views and historic heritage.
- Distance
- 1.1km one-way
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Wheelchair
access - Hard
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Smoky Cape Range walking track
Discover the beauty of the South West Rocks region on the Smoky Cape Range walking track. Hike this 5.5km coast walk and enjoy sensational views.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 5.5km one-way
- Time
- 2 - 3hrs
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Hat Head National Park, Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Trial Bay Gaol
For a glimpse into Australian history, head to South West Rocks to explore the historic ruins of Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park. Make sure you see the view from the sentry’s lookout.
- Price
- Fees apply. Free park entry.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Little Bay picnic area
Little Bay, a popular beach picnic spot near South West Rocks on the north coast where you’ll find shaded tables and a kangaroo or two.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast