Perpendicular Point walking track
Kattang Nature Reserve
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Perpendicular Point walking track .
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
3.7km return
Time
1hr 30min - 2hrs 30min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Gentle hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Perpendicular Point walking track is in the northen precinct of Kattang Nature Reserve. To get there:
- Continue driving along Camden Head Road
- Turn right onto Bergalia Crescent
- Follow until you see Bergalia carpark, where the walk commences.
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
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
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 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.