With regional NSW holidays back on the cards for the state’s residents from next Monday (1 June 2020), Lake Macquarie, a 90-minute drive north from the Sydney CBD is the perfect spot for an easy outdoor getaway, with plenty of waterways, fresh air and open spaces.
Pelican Foreshore Reserve
One of the region’s most loved picnic areas, relax on the shaded grassy expanses, or fish off the small jetty.
Facilities: sheltered tables, electric BBQs, playground, toilets, carpark, boat ramp
Speers Point Park
Speers Point Park is Lake Macquarie’s flagship park, featuring the ‘Best Play Space in Australia’ – the Lake Macquarie Variety Playground.
Facilities: sheltered tables, electric BBQs, playground, toilets, carpark, boat ramp
Rathmines Park
Formerly the largest seaplane base in the southern hemisphere during WWII, now the perfect spot for a relaxing lakeside picnic.
Facilities: sheltered tables, BBQs, playground, skatepark, toilets, carpark, boat ramp
Wallarah National Park
Home to sugar gliders, echidnas, white-bellied sea eagles and more, this superb pocket of coastal bushland features several walking trails and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.
Watagans Mountains
The Watagans National Park is home to waterfalls, spectacular rainforest gullies, bushwalking trails and more. Go bushwalking amongst gorgeous Illawarra flame trees while admiring breathtaking views of the Hunter Valley and coastline, or go horse riding with AAA Horse Riding on one of their fabulous treks.
Belmont Wetlands
Belmont Wetlands State Park is the perfect spot to go green, and offers walking, cycling, birdwatching and more. The park is home to a rich and varied natural environment. Encounter naturally diverse wetlands, tranquil native bushland and impressive sand dune systems on your visit.
To learn more about the region’s natural attractions and find places to stay CLICK HERE.
