The 34 best parks and gardens in Port Macquarie

The Koala Hospital is currently operating from Guulabaa on Burrawan Forest Drive while they redevelop the site in town. It is such a great facility and so wonderful to see the koalas up in their trees. Great picnic spot outside.

Such a wonderful experience! The family enjoyed it. Good to see we have hospitals for these beautiful animals. They even have a store with cute items to buy. They also have a heritage onsite with cafe with memorabilia. Highly recommended!

What a wonderful place for rescued Koalas. When you visit in the morning when the Koalas get food they are awake. Since September 2024 the hospital needs to charge an entry fee because people weren’t donating enough. An adult pays 12,50$ to treat the sick Koalas. We loved the visit and only met very kind volunteers.

An amazing experience! We gained fascinating insights into the organization’s work at the Koala Hospital. The dedicated volunteers were incredibly knowledgeable and happy to answer all our questions. We were lucky to spot a few koalas, but it’s clear that the focus here is not on showcasing the animals for tourism but on their protection and care—huge respect for that! The hospital will be closing soon, but there is a koala breeding center on the other side of the city, run by the same organization. We were encouraged to visit for more valuable insights. I highly recommend a visit—thank you for your incredible work, and keep it up!

We visited the hospital with the family on a thursday morning. The best option is to go early, as they get food in between 8.30 and 9.00. They also get food in the evening. We didn’t book a tour guide but Maz was around and gave alot of information. We could ask all and any questions about the koalas and their way of life. It’s great to support the hospital as they so take care of them with care. Would recommend a visit!

Such a beautiful place and a wonderful thing these guys are doing for our Koalas. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the koalas and learnt so much. My two boys had a great time

Good initiative! There really wasn’t that much to do here though for those who have seen koalas before and been to other conservation parks. There were 5 koalas to see and a sign of how they were found. All up 10 min visit.

a breathtaking coastal gem. The elevated boardwalk immerses you in lush greenery and diverse wildlife, offering a peaceful, educational experience. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and photographers, it’s a serene escape that highlights Australia’s unique rainforest beauty.

Beautiful rainforest walk, very well designed and about a bit more than 1 km long. We didn’t see many animals, but the nature and atmosphere made it a lovely experience. After the walk, we stopped at the café which was excellent – great food and drinks! We had a cappuccino and bacon with eggs, both super tasty and freshly made. Definitely worth a visit for a peaceful walk and a relaxing coffee break

Lovely staff, all super friendly and helpful. I strongly recommend to spend some time at the bar and immerse yourself while grabbing a bite/drink. There are several tour options, although you can also purchase the boardwalk alone. In July there are some aboriginal tours going on - photo enclosed. They also sell plants if you want to bring a vivid memory back home and grow it fondly 🌱 Recommended!

Place itself was great. Cute gift-shop, a lot of things to choose from. We saw a few families really enjoying their time there, so perfect with kids. Since we have traveled a lot, it’s not a must see view. Good, but not a must see place.

Fantastic Rainforest tree walk on a walkway through the forest with interesting information along the way about the various trees and plants and their uses. We were lucky enough to see a goanna. Great information centre and souvenirs, Cafe was excellent. Definitely worth a visit.

We visited Sea Acres Rainforest centre and did the board walk today and it was magical! We were told at reception where we would see a Powerful Owl, and then spotted it perched on a tree branch which was amazing to see, definitely would not have seen this if we weren’t for the help! The walk is beautiful at every point and the trees were breathtaking! We also met Graham, who is a volunteer at the centre, and asked us if we had any questions about the place, we asked about the fig trees and he had all the facts, we learnt so much! He was extremely friendly and knowledgeable so special thanks to Graham! I would highly recommend this place to anyone!

Nice quiet board walk to be enjoyed whilst taking in the vast rainforest. We were lucky to see an Owl chick. Friendly and helpful staff.

The most wonderful scenic coastal walk because basically you don’t have to go out onto a street at all for the entire walk. Just make sure you pick low tide as there are a couple of spots that would be covered in water if you picked the wrong time. The views are wonderful. The tracks are well marked And the views that you get when you reach the Lighthouse are brilliant. Approximately 9km one way. A variety of steps and inclines and scrambling over rocks so unfortunately if you have a disability it could be rather awkward or if you are of a very low fitness level. I absolutely loved the walk.

Beautiful area to walk, did some of the beach walks as well, loved it.

This is such a stunning walk that takes in some great views along the coastline. Part of the walk includes the colourful rock murals along the water.

One of my favourite walks ever. If you start at the lighthouse, you can finish with a coffee in town at the end. If you start in town, you’ve got the beautiful beach walk near the lighthouse for the end.

Full of Natural Beauty and stunning coastal walk. Port Macquarie offers you a range of stunning views and beautiful scenery and you may be able to enjoy the delicious foods while you plan your visit. The place is good for couple of days stay where you can find some great historical sites and also best place for the sea food lovers .

While visiting Australia to see relatives, we took a walk along the coast. Several painted rocks along the walk to add to the views.

I did the first part of the coastal walk this morning, the part that meanders along the Hastings River. This part of the walk is flat and right in the middle of town, so very popular with walkers, dogs and cyclists and therefore on a nice day can be quite busy. But with good reason! A great way to get your morning steps in!

Packed in like sardines- glad we weren’t there when it was full. Glad we were there an only a quick nightly stop over. Shower/toilets clean. Very open to anyone as there aren’t fences along the break wall. Lock everything up. Nice and close to town. Unfortunately for us, it wasn’t our ideal park.

We stayed in the Caravan Park, which is very large and was well supported, as there park was very full. The sites are of generous proportions, although the roads are narrow, in places. The amenities were clean and modern and easily coped with the high volume of campers. We will come back again.

This was, without question, the single worst pool experience imaginable — a true disaster zone masquerading as a swimming facility. The chlorine smell was so intense it felt like standing in a vat of chemicals; my eyes were stinging, my throat was raw, and I could practically taste bleach in the air. The water was cloudy and filthy, filled with floating hair, plasters, and other unidentifiable objects that made it look more like a swamp than a pool. The pool area itself was appalling. The tiles were slimy and treacherously slippery, the air was thick and humid with a sour, moldy stench, and the walls and ceiling were stained with what looked like years of neglect. I honestly thought parts of the ceiling might collapse. The changing rooms were disgusting too — puddles of murky water across the floor, showers that reeked of rot, and an overall feeling that the entire place was breeding bacteria by the second. Noise levels were unbearable, with machinery clanging constantly over the deafening echo of screams. The pool area was scattered with trash, soggy towels, and even insects crawling near the benches. At one point, I thought I saw something moving in the water that definitely wasn’t human. The only redeeming quality was the kindness of the staff, who remained patient and welcoming despite clearly working in conditions that could only be described as hazardous. Their friendliness was commendable, but it did nothing to disguise the reality: this facility should be condemned, not open to the public.

Had a perfect stay in Studio cabin 3. Fully decked out with kitchenette, small seating area, verandah with outdoor setting, soft towels and spotless in every way. Staff at booking and check in were great fun ( they were actual people ) and made my stay enjoyable. Yes I’d go back.

Stayed at the powered site for 2 nights, the park is in a great location but it is very packed and tight! Amenities are ok, but barely any pressure in shower and water variates temperature as your showering! Gutters are ridiculous, put some grates over them, I'm sure you make enough money to do that. Along with the bins being far away, at least have some near the BBQ. And why is there only 1 camp kitchen? It's a very large holiday park and feel that it is ridiculous to expect campers to walk so far with supplies to make a meal! Also I was near the sewage dump point and the smell was disgusting. In future I would much prefer to stay at another holiday park that isn't so commercial.

Stayed in a cabin for 3 nights, cabin was clean with a comfy bed, the bathroom was a little small but was still find for our needs. Park has good facilities and is close enough to town to walk. Overall a great stay.

Great cabins to staying virtually new great king bed, loverly shower. Booked one night then went back another night. Price went up by $10 from 150 to 160. About an hour later got a text with an offer for the date of the extra night for $30 less. But was told at reception that they could not give us the discount. Also told me if a person come and were to wait it probably won't come along. So to me the offer is a waist of time Was told that a lady took the offer given here but missed out because somebody else booked before they accepted the offer.Very disappointing and quite frustrating. Without that mayhem our visit would have been totally wonderful.

Really nice and calm beach! We got so lucky and spotted at least 10 whales while we were there from the lighthouse. It was really special to see ❤️

Lighthouse Beach: Where the Coast Whispers Stories Just seven kilometres south of Port Macquarie lies Lighthouse Beach— a sweeping ribbon of golden sand stretching nine kilometres to Lake Cathie, where the ocean dances with the shore in an endless rhythm of salt and breeze. Beloved by surfers, this beach thrives on the energy of the sea, catching every swell, offering short, powerful rides for those who know the waves well. Sheltered from the summer’s north-easterly winds, it’s a playground for seasoned boards and spirited hearts. But this place is more than surf. It invites you to wander—barefoot and unhurried— on long sunlit walks where time drifts like foam on the tide. Or saddle up for a camel safari, cast a line into the surf, or roll gently along the sand at the southern end with 4WD access. During school holidays, the northern tip—near the surf club and café— is watched over by lifeguards, so families can play in peace under the watchful eye of the red and yellow. Above it all stands the historic Tacking Point Lighthouse, built in 1879, the final jewel in the coastal crown that is the scenic walk. From its viewing platform, the coastline unfolds like a painted scroll— and from May to November, you might spot whales carving silver trails across the deep. And south of Watonga Rocks, the beach becomes a joyful haven for your four-legged companions— a stretch of sand where leashes are unneeded and tails chase the wind. Just keep an eye on the signs, and let freedom run beside you.

Dog friendly section south of the rocks. Beautiful outlook. Yesterday we stood watching humpback whales play out in the ocean as they migrate north. An osprey hovered over the sandbank. Just a gorgeous beach!

Absolutely gorgeous beach with lots of beach for dogs to run on. Beach for dogs starts on the south side of the rocks. My dog was in heaven.

Very clean nice beach worth the visit. We spent some time here during our road trip stopover in Port Macquarie. The weather wasn't the best during that time but we still had a good time.

Such a beautiful beach and dog friendly and can drive four wheel to the beach. It is an amazing place to get camel ride as well.

This is a beautiful walk if you park at lighthouse surf Club & they have a wonderful little cafe that opens I think till 1:00 p.m. Toilets and showers with plenty of car parking. It's a patrolled Beach and you don't seem to be crowded whatsoever. Beautiful sunsets looking down to Bonnie Hills. Well worth fuelling up at the cafe and then taking that nice big walk for a few kilometres up and back. Btw, if you sit On the chairs overlooking the beach you might get lucky to see a few whales. Definitely not uncommon to see so many, especially off lighthouse Headland itself.

Awesome playground, pirate themed. Fenced off. No sun cover! Please bring sunscreen and sun hats. 1 minute away from public toilets and water fill station. Next to the playground is a free splash park. Heaps of fun. Free parking.

Nice little park. Cool pirate boat with a plank to walk, slides and steering wheel. Swings, big spinner, BBQ, tables, rocks to climb and sandpit There's also a kids play BBQ!

Fabulous playground for young children of any ability. Built by the charity “Touched by Olivia” this Livvi’s playground is in a great location with plenty of parking next to it.

Livvi's place Water park at Westport on the Hastings river is a free and fun water experience for the kids. Around 10 metres away is the Westport takeaway window to the Club where you can order Coffee and Food to enjoy a picnic by the river.

Loved it! I would like to see it updated a bit as it's outdated now with all the new parks around.

Great park for the kids to play at. Nice view of the water. Great for a picnic. Lots of fun.

Red hot summer tour. Very well organised event. Toilets plenty. Reasonable food. Entrance and exits great. Best of all undercover area for the disabled.

Very neat and clean accommodation, tastefully decorated and quaint. Had a comfortable stay over 4 days. The staff were very pleasant and polite, were only to happy to assist with any requests. Although there was a bit of rain, did manage to get a couple of nice sunny days, the outdoor spaces were great to enjoy the nicer weather with plenty of seating and picinc table. As it was winter and very cold , the cabin had a very good air condioner which heated the cabin nicely. The cabin had all the comforts of home and was especially roomy. I will be returning, and as I make regular trips to Port Macquarie for family visits I will want to stay here. The affordability of the accommodation is a plus as well. Overall good value for money conveniently located near the airport, easy access to main shopping areas and beaches, while being just far enough from the hustle and bustle to have a peaceful, quiet stay. Would recommend for small family groups as there is a good sized pool and some swings to keep the kids happy while the adults get organised for the day. While not a large tourist park, it is definitely inviting and well maintained. Has a laid back relaxed feel about the place, well worth a look.

Stayed very short notice on a Sunday evening after breaking down up the road with caravan, 2 kids and 2 dogs. Very helpful lady! She was very understanding of our situation, and let us store the caravan there for the last few nights when we left to see some family. Kids loved the pool too :)

$40 unpowered site nice flat grassy area, avoid the stinky rotten fish odour area emanating (but not apparent) from a patch of lawn next to end cabin. The unbearable stink still remains weeks in between visits. Dryers $7 for 51 mins clothes literally still damp after completing high heat cycle. Somebody stopped dryer cycle with 8 mins remaining. Quite a few permanent residents so it's not really holiday park energy here although the entrance looks nice and tropical. Dozens of big potholes throughout park no need for 10km speed signs. Good choice for dog owners like myself and the bathroom was cold but roomy functional and clean.

Stayed here for the first time last night on our journey up north. Have stayed in many Cabins. The park itself looks tropical with a nice bbq cabana with a dart board. Excited with our stay we entered the cabin with dinner ready to go. Getting excited the kids went to there rooms. No bedding, no blankets. The main bed was made with sheet but no blankets were provided. Half a roll of toilet paper and you could imagine the rest. Lucky it was a hot night so the children survived as we brought some blankets from home. The next morning I decided to make a coffee. It tasted odd. Like dirt. I tipped it out and checked the kettle (see below photo of mould) then checked out. Will never come back nor recommend. Not worth the $200 per night. Don’t waste your money. Camp somewhere in your car.

Blue collar workers on holiday first in 8 years , well we love this place planning on coming back next year. Beautiful peaceful park. Cabin was great and staff friendly. The pool was divine great location site says it's two star to me it was paradise Thank you for a beautiful relaxing holiday!

We were running late and reception phoned to advise how to collect keys. The cabin was neat, clean with all necessary items to make ourt stay enjoyable. Location was great, and the price was excellent. Oh and we had a dog so pet friendly was a Big bonus. Will stay there again. George and Halina

Lovely Accommodation! Unfortunately I recently had to attend a family members funeral on short notice and needed accommodation for myself and my 2 adult daughters for a couple of nights. I came across Leisure Tourist Park during my search and as it was close to where we had to go and the prices were great I booked it. I informed the office we would be arriving late (10pm) and as the reception is closed at that time they supplied me with details on how to obtain the keys on arrival which proved very easy. They provided a map of the park so we could find our unit easily. Free parking was outside the unit which made for a very simple unload from the car. We stayed in a two bedroom unit (no 101) which was immaculately clean and had a great design layout with the front door opening onto an open plan kitchen, lounge, dining area with the two bedrooms and a bathroom off that there was plenty of room for us all. On the opposite side of the lounge/dining area is a sliding door that opens to a beautiful lawn area with lots of outdoor tables and chairs, a small children's playground, BBQ area and 2 pools. The grounds are very well maintained as well. The reception staff I spoke to on the morning after our arrival were lovely and very helpful. The cleaning and maintenance staff must be amazing as well as everything is so clean and fresh. As previously stated I only stayed for 2 nights this time but I will certainly be looking to rebook in the near future for a longer relaxing stay. The park is a very close drive to town and to many eateries, social clubs and Pubs. I highly recommend this tourist park especially for families with small children.

Second light house on my visit to Australia. Port Macquarie is a nice place with several areas to go and see the sites as well as sit and relax. This one was easy to find parking and casual stroll about. It is winter in Australia at this time so it can be a bit cool and breezy so keep that in mind if visiting (although during the day while the sun is out, it's not that bad)

We stopped here 2yrs ago and the upgrades they have made are A+! The elevated board walk is magic, the extra seating is a great addition and the anchored binoculars are a wonderful idea (they could have been a little taller and there could have been a set on every observation deck). Beautifully restored and maintained. We got to see some whales in the distance and the binoculars definitely helped!

Such a lovely view of the sea. From the top of the cliff, this small light house section gives you a panoramic view of the sea. Both sides of the sea stretching across kilometres. A must visit point to sometime in the area !

Whether you drive straight to Tacking Point Lighthouse or take the 3 hour coastal walk from Port Macquarie, the views here are stunning. The lighthouse is automated these days with LED lights though that does not take away from the nostalgia and history. There are many placards that detail the history and sights. During certain times of the year, you can see whales migrating up and down the coast. If you want to can walk down to lighthouse beach or have a picnic on the grounds.

Fantastic views from the top where the light house is situated with the ocean braking over the rock formations, the beach is awesome Getting to the top of the Lighthouse requires climbing some steps. There is some car parking at the top and bottom of the Lighthouse. Well worth a visit

Super views and great hike along the coast. The beach looked very inviting if that is on your card.

Had such wonderful experience at tacking point! First time there and we will definitely be going back, so peaceful, I just wish we saw some whales or dolphins but maybe next time

The lovely waitress recommended my wife and I tried the Smokey Shakshuka Breakfast special. 10/10 - delicious! Amazing views and more importantly the service of staff was 10/10. Compliments to the chef!

What a fabulous spot! Great view, fabulous food at reasonable prices and great service. What more could you ask for? I will definitely be back when next in Port.

Fantastic place to go eat breakfast or lunch. Very popular and has a gorgeous view of Hastings River

We had a lovely lunch at Rivermark Cafe. The food was delicious and the service was top-notch. I would highly recommend it to family and friends, or anyone visiting Port Macquarie looking for a delicious meal with water views.

Amazing service especially by Maureen, such a lovely and helpful lady. Food was delicious and super tasty. The only let down was how cold it was in the outside seated area. Very breezy and cold. Blankets were a nice touch but heating would make the experience so much better.

Such a high level of care and customer service, staff were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Food came out so quickly, and all of our food was so fresh and delicious. Very impressed by the haloumi salad that I scoffed and scraped the bowl of! Thank you for such a lovely experience in such a beautiful location.

Absolutely delicious, as always. Have never had a bad meal at Rivermark. We go there a lot for breakfast or lunch. Perfect... staff very obliging on every level. Maureen our favourite waitress..

The food was great for a vegan diet, and the ambiance was amazing, making us wonder why we hadn’t visited before. However, our experience was ruined by the rude and judgmental behavior of the front staff, especially Sam. When I asked about the sauces in a dish, he was dismissive, and later, when my friend inquired about another dish, he rudely accused her of invading a customer’s privacy & miniature liquor corner. He also told her—behind my back—that I "don’t trust the food," which was completely unprofessional. When we addressed our concerns with the girl at the front desk, she was initially rude and dismissive, only listening after we confronted everything she calm down & listened to what we said but she didn’t say Sorry for all this. On the other side Sam kept coming from behind & walked away without helping her in this matter. Sam needs some realtime training and not judging people with their appearance & food preferences. Such behavior made an otherwise great experience disappointing, and I hope management takes this issue seriously.

Went for dinner on a Tuesday evening, the restaurant was quite busy but I managed to get a table for one. ( Note to myself, book next time!). Ordered tempura vegetables as a starter, delicious! With chicken laksa as the main, again delicious with a glass of shiraz.

Great value for money. Delicious dumplings, delightful dim sims, succulent soft shell crab. Unassuming from the outside but definitely worth making a booking and having a meal here. The portion sizes are generous and are absolutely delicious. It’s great to go out for a meal somewhere that I can honestly say I couldn’t cook better at home. Can see why it’s so popular.

We stayed away from the hustling bustling of Port Mac, but this restaurant was worth driving to after a long day. The food was delicious, definitely recommend the Spicy Thai Fish. They also give you extra chillies 🌶️ if you like its spicy. They also specialise in mixed wild and aromatic jasmine rice. The service was very friendly and food delivery on time. Worth the price and quality.

We arrived at 5:30pm to collect a takeaway order. The restaurant was completely empty, but we were told we couldn’t wait inside for the order to be collected. It was freezing outside. I asked the wait staff, they said people can usually wait indoors as long to we have in the past and weren’t sure why we couldn’t. When the order was finally handed to me, I asked again why we had been made to wait outside. The gentleman denied it, saying I must be mistaken. I reminded him that I had even asked him to clarify at the time, but he simply told me I was being argumentative.. so I left feeling disappointed. Really unfortunate given how often we’ve supported this place in the past.. and how great the food is.

We visited The Blue Whale Asian Eatery for my wife’s birthday (which was on a Saturday night). We didn’t have a booking, and the staff explained they were fully booked, but they kindly offered us a table if we could clear it within 90 minutes, which was a fair compromise and much appreciated. The ambience is simple and unpretentious, nothing flashy, but the food more than makes up for it. Everything arrived quickly and tasted really delicious. Service was friendly and attentive, making the evening smooth and enjoyable. All up, a solid choice if you’re looking for tasty, no-fuss Asian cuisine in a relaxed setting.

Wonderful service from the wait staff. Beautiful interior and a great atmosphere. Only complaint was that we had to wait a little while for our food but given that it was a busy night with some very large groups of people, I can’t really complain - they served up some amazing food and the staff were busy working hard all night. Great that they accommodate for gluten free, I really appreciated that!

Busy Sunday lunch but very happy & definitely satisfied. Belly’s are full & content. Hands down the best wood fire pizzas in Port Macquarie !!

Tasty woodfired mushroom truffle pizza with a soft fluffy crust. Chicken Surf was generous serving and full of flavour.

We stop here because of the good reviews on Google,and we where very happy good service and fast,we ordered 2 pizzas an Bolognese pasta for our daughter and everything was very good,we will comeback if we want a very good Fire wood pizza.

I eat here weekly for breakfast but i have also tried the dinner/lunch menu as the guys are more than happy to serve you a pizza or pasta in the morning . The owners and staff are genuine, kind and friendly and they serve food that not only looks good but taste amazing.

Best service in Port Macquarie! i ordered a coffee and some lunch the food was amazing, but the real highlight? The big guy behind the coffee machine 😍. Fast hands, smooth coffee, and a smile that could make anyone melt. Honestly, I wouldn’t mind if he added his little extra “cream” to my order next time 😉. Definitely coming back for the coffee and the eye candy!

Breakfast before heading North, pancakes and corn fritters. Well presented and tasted excellent.

If you are a coffee lover head straight to Pipeworks Cafe! I love the extensive food and wine list - the pizzas are highly recommended. It’s situated near everything you need but has a quiet, out of the way, secluded ambiance. Plenty of tables outside too. Service is always top notch.

The Shells and glasses on the beach. It made me so happy to collect some colorful seashell pieces and washed glass pieces. Sea was dirty with red algae, but oh man the shells. I made myself a custom fridge magnet from the shells I collected from this beach. Parking, toilets, picnic places available.

Nice and great beach with the perfect facility, there is shower and public toilet 24/7. The car park is also wide, so don't worry about parking. You can enjoy the sunrise from here.

Shelly Beach says it in its name. It is a lovely beach, fairly sheltered and gentle waves with lots of shells and rocks on the beach to explore. The surf (Feb) was cold but refreshing, with gentle waves over rocks underneath rather than sand. Took a bit to get use to and would be perfect for floaties or noodles as to prevent you from touching the rocks underfoot. The waves were nice and gentle, couldn't really body surf but great to float in and throw a ball and play some water games. Parking was easy and walking down to the beach was short but be careful as there is a 800mm high rock retaining wall that we climbed down. Fine for mobile people but not great for anyone in a wheel chair. There is also public toilets and a pick nick area looking out over the beach if your planning a B.B.Q lunch.

There is everything, but nothing that special. Enough parking spots, BBQ facilities, shower and toilets. Nice walking tracks as well

Beautiful spot to have a picnic and a swim with the family and friends. Nice walk along the long stretch of beach. Good for little crabs and star fish spotting for the kids. Toilets are clean.

Beautiful with great facilities. BBQ, shower, toilet, picnic tables, water fountain and parking spots are all conveniently located. Great for all ages, especially kids as the waves are gentle.

Nice beach. Parking was good. Only one shower though.

Gorgeous little garden with trails & bridges & a tiny waterfall. Makes for a fun little adventure rather than sticking to walking on the road if you are walking from Town Beach to the CBD. It isn't a huge area & provides a short walk with 2 trails, through a lovingly tended garden which always brightens my day.

I never knew this place existed until most recently. An excellent walk from the street to the caravan park, breakwall and town beach.

A nice little walk in the area! Many flowers 💐 and plants 🌱 are there to entertain you while you are walking or taking a rest! Come enjoy 😉 Cheers 🥂

So beautiful and well maintained

Great place to check out the Port Macquarie bar before setting out to sea on your fishing trip, also get a good view of Town Beach and our part if the East Coast.

Always enjoy coming to this little gem of peace, quiet and beauty. It has such a lovely vibe and great views.

Love walking through here. The volunteers have done an amazing job

Good park, well maintained fields, plenty of parking. Awesome mountain bike tracks for all skill levels. And for those more advanced, there's an extensive pump track. It's all around great for push bike riding and outdoor sports, I highly recommend coming here for a ride if that's your idea of fun :))

Great local area for a walk, to play football, fly planes / kites and ride bikes on dirt trails.

Great Park in Beautiful Port Macquarie. The home of AFL in Port, which also caters for Cricket and Soccer, good amenities and plenty parking as well as Mountain Bike and BMX track.

I like it because it's bigger with ample spaces for parking. My tot can roam around in an empty field, chasing birds or kicking a ball, without disturbing ongoing games. I haven't seen the toilets yet. Will edit this once I have more to say. Meantime, it's a favorite!

Fantastic regional sporting facility. We visited for a Northern NSW Football Gala Day. Football, AFL and Mountain Biking all happening at the same venue. Parking almost handled the large contingent. The field surface was in good condition. More seating for spectators would be beneficial.

This way a very good place to ride with the kids! They had ALL levels of mountain biking with big verities of tracks. There were LOTS of people not following the clear arrows and going wrong way. That makes this trip a 4 star. Like review If helpful!

Great little urban mtb park - the berms are near perfect. Has a cracking rock feature right in the middle to give you some technical practice. Lots of kids, and non directional trails, meaning you may get a fright on some faster sections so take care. Good parking area and a water bottle fill station.

A nice location for travellers a tourist beach 🏖 close to town life savers on patrol all year BBQs great views

This is such a great spot been many times as a semi local

24th September 2024. One of the numerous locations on the Port Mac coast to experience just off shore "Whale migration"!! Insignificant is time, when you are taking in the spectacular sights of creation in action....

Love this place! Lots of painted stone. Good for a short walk or run.

That's an awesome place.I visited so many more beaches, but can't saw like this.this is a fantastic beach.

Either around sunrise or sunset the views are simply stunning. Port Macquarie is such a beautiful town and the locals are so warm and friendly. I love all the walks and little shops here.

Amazingly serene sea front! Well landscaped and mantained. Painted rocks by visitors are a unique feature. Skate parks and play area for the younger. Adjoining carvan park mini city with porta cottages is awesome.

The Manning Entertainment Centre is a fantastic venue! Comfortable seating, great acoustics, and excellent lighting make every performance enjoyable. The staff and volunteers are warm, welcoming, and professional, ensuring everything runs smoothly. It’s wonderful to have such a high-quality venue right here in Taree that hosts both local talent and big shows. A true gem for the community — highly recommend!

Managed by nsw parks. Historic house with many historical paper from around hasting region along with cafe. Just infront of koala hospital

Wonderful old home, beautiful maintained and well worth a visit.

A surprising treat, we didn't realize how enjoyable this would be. Very friendly staff, with nice tea and scones A real Olde Worlde experience. Don't expect too much info regarding the house, let your imagination fill in the gaps You might be lucky & see a koala or two 🤷‍♂️ Overall, we're glad we didn't miss it 👍 ps...the toilets were clean 🤭

Surprisingly, good coffee Great sandwiches including Classic Reuben's and salmon cheese bagel. Free historic house you can walk through or have a conference room at. Right next to Koala hospital, too, that's worthy of a donation, but free to see and walk through

Didn't visit the house but did go into the koala hospital. The work they do here is amazing. It's free to go and look around and take photos. A donation is up to you and you can even adopt one of them.

Fantastic piece of history and is a must see attraction in Port Macquarie located right next to the koala hospital makes for a great day out with a fantastic cafe with hot and cold drinks along with light meals, alon with indoor and outdoor seating. Onsite amenities and a big grassy area to lay out a picnic blanket. Would recommend

Absolutely Amazing Stay! Wow, what a fantastic experience at this hostel! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the stunning setting and the super welcoming vibe. The real star of our stay? Sarah at reception! She’s an absolute gem—so kind, incredibly helpful, and always ready with the best recommendations. She made sure our trip was nothing short of amazing and went above and beyond to accommodate us. The hostel itself is spotless, with plenty of space to relax and socialise. The common areas are great, packed with games, and the pool is exactly like the photos—perfect for cooling off! The whole team here is awesome, and you can really feel the top-notch management keeping everything running smoothly. Honestly, if you’re looking for the perfect place to stay, this is it! Book without hesitation—you won’t regret it!

An amazing hostel in Port Macquarie! The staff is amazing! The room, kitchen and bathroom where very clean. A nice place to meet new people and enjoy life! Thank you so much for the stay and I hope I see you soon!

I went to Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers to disconnect from the chaos of Sydney, not knowing what to expect, and it turned out to be the best decision! The volunteers were absolutely incredible—always smiling, supportive, going the extra mile for everyone, and creating such a warm and sociable atmosphere. The energy and vibes of this place are on another level, making it feel like a true home away from home. I’m so glad I’ve found my go-to spot whenever I need a getaway. Definitely coming back much sooner than I expected!

I can highly recommend this hostel. It's such a nice place to stay. You have a really cozy open space, a pool, tv room, laundry and a reading room. The hostel personnel is sooo nice and friendly and help you to enjoy your stay. Thanks a lot! I definitely will come back :).

Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers is a great value place to stay. They offer private single rooms as well as single sex and mixed dorm rooms in 4 and 6 bed rooms. There are plenty of activities to entertain yourself and travel companions from the swimming pool to table tennis, fooze ball table, billiards/pool table, TV with heaps of movies on disc and more. There is a 24 hour self serve checking kiosk and the kitchen is open very early til late. Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers is a short stroll to the central of Port Macquarie for shopping, dining and the coastal walk. Comfortable, quiet, and relaxing accommodation in a quiet part of the town that's conveniently located.

Staff are very friendly and helpful. Check in process was easy and straightforward. Good place for families, couples and solo travellers.

It was a good stay we didnt see any staff. But we really liked the vibe!

Awesome Camping Ground! They took us in after 5pm even though the office is normally already closed at this time. Really helped us out of an unpleasant situation when our car had just broken down. Staff is friendly, helpful and forthcoming. They gave us a powered site to a fair price. The amenities are tidy and get cleaned every morning. The camp kitchen is very comfortable and offers plenty of space to bbq, a fridge and a stove. They even offered help with our car, recommending mechanics. Very good experience overall.

We (2 adults) camped 2 nights in our caravan. I didn't like being situated under a huge widow maker gum tree, since it was very windy and i was scared of branches dropping. We had already set-up when i noticed the trees and the lady at reception would have left so i didnt ask to move. We sat outside well away from the drop zone and survived. This huge branch did land very close to our van. If i were to return i would ask for one of the grassy sites with no trees. The restrooms are tired and need renovation to make the shower stalls more generously sized. The pool looks nice but it's a pity that its next to the busy road. The standout feature is the fantastic new public shelter and covered deck directly on the river. We enjoyed drinks on the deck. See photo from deck.

Have just spent 3 nights here in an ensuite cabin. yes it is an older cabin with lots of timber veneer walls etc but it was clean and everything worked as it should. The bed and pillows were comfy and clean. We will definitely stay again, thankyou Edgewater for an affordable, quiet and peaceful stay.

Great chill-out place to stay, by the river, close to town facilities. Pet free, so quiet, and no poop laying about.

Very friendly and accommodating. 4 days working on a festival. No problem with the early starts and late finishes

nice and quiet fishing was great on there private wharf a little outdated could use a spruce up

We were only staying for one night as in Port Macquarie for the weekend. The cabin we stayed in was clean and tidy but basic and dated. The bunks beds were not made(no sheets on them but a bed cover on it). The holiday park on a whole seems a bit dated and tired looking.

Stayed in cabin 6, good location, we have stayed here a couple of times previously in our caravan so we opted to stay this time in a cabin. Disappointed with the cabin, very dated, musty smell, no air conditioning not even a fan in the bedroom , very poor tv reception, just wanted to relax after an 8 hour trip but not at all comfortable in the warm weather. Could not get the Wi Fi to connect. Will look elsewhere on our return trip home.

This Caravan park is outside of the town, easy reachable by car and bus. Bus stop outside of the park. It has been raining a lot so there are limited places available due to wetness and mud. Could do with some maintenance work, second toilet is missing the pull part, first one has been fixed with wire. Last toilet bowl has severe cracks and will break. I have experienced it twice before and the porcelain bowl has very sharp dangerous edges. Might cause serious injury to someone if it breaks ( I have reported it at reception). Dryer for washing was out of order in our amenities block, there was Dryer in other laundry ( can become busy at times) Lovely pool, clean facilities, nice natural setting. We did enjoy our stay and can recommend the Caravan park.

Very nice spot, right at lighthouse beach(2 mins walk) with a bus stop directly in front that brings you directly downtown. Lovely and quiet, very nice staff, very clean facilities.

We have stayed here on a few occasions, both in the bungalows and with a caravan. We loved it so much, we decided this time to hire 3 bungalows for the whole family for a week. It worked so well and we had a really enjoyable and relaxing holiday. The bungalows are comfortable and roomy. The grounds are lovely, with large well kept lawns, perfect for the kids to run and play on. There are great facilities, with a relaxing pool area, which we used every day (there is a great shallow end for toddlers) and useful onsite laundry facilities. The shopping centre is just a 2min drive up the road or short walk with everything you need - great to get all the essentials for the kids and the Tavern there has a great atmosphere and good food. We also had dinners on the spacious cabin decks and picnics on the lawn. There is so much to do in Port Macquarie - picturesque walks, great restaurants and cafes, new playgrounds and a water park, Billabong zoo, koala hospital - the staff were very helpful with recommendations for family activities. Just a 2min walk to picturesque Lighthouse Beach and camel rides with a great cafe down the other end of the beach. We had a fabulous holiday at Lighthouse Beach Holiday Village and will definitely be back again!

My family and I stayed in the bungalow style cabins. They are very comfortable and the staff very friendly and happy to assist. The camel 🐪 rides and lighthouse beach is a 2 min walk from the grounds. We loved our stay here and will be back.

Stayed here for 5 nights over the new years period. Booked a powered caravan site, turned up to a tent site that backed out onto an open road with no fence, non powered, and no grey water drainage - forced to go out & buy a lead to hook up to power on neighbouring site. Would have appreciated being told this before booking as not ideal with young kids. We were told the park was fully booked but was clear there were spare spaces & we could’ve been moved around. The grounds keeper was helpful which was appreciated but feel like we paid top dollar for a tent site. Pros were location - walk to beach & nice pool. However we wouldn’t stay again given the experience we had with the site & price we paid for it.

We’ve stayed twice now and each visit has been awesome. The location is superb, close to one of Port’s most beautiful beaches. It is quiet and peaceful. The bungalow’s have everything you need and are clean, tidy, comfortable and very reasonably priced. Booking is so easy, they’re accommodating with arrival times and are just a pleasure to deal with. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else and will be back again… and again… 🙏🏻♥️ Thank you Andrew and team.

Club was transported straight out of the 1990s with sticky floors, overpriced drinks and the saddest dance floor known to man. The front door still demanded a $10 entry fee, despite having only a few dozen people inside. This sorry excuse for a nightclub acts as a shameful reflection of the past. Where even the locals are too ashamed to set foot in

Really bad nightclub. Better off going to Finnian's or Tacking Point Tavern until lockout and then going home. Couldn't rate this place any lower than one star but it deserves 0.

Canadian here on a working holiday visa. Had this night planned for 2.5 weeks with 16 of our backpacking friends. Arrive to the doors, I hand my ID to the bigger security guard. I ask him if he would prefer my Australian drivers license or my Canadian drivers license. He responds with "I don't care, as long as it's valid" in a very stern tone. He then proceeds to tell me that I'm not allowed in. When I ask him why I'm told it's because my throat is tattooed and it's apart of their dress code. The sheet of paper that's posted on the entrance states something along the lines of no face tattoos or head tattoos. Better teach your staff basic anatomy because my neck is not my head nor my face. Never in my travels have I been discriminated against because of my tattoos or my appearance. Get with the times this is 2025, not 1958. If I could leave this place a 0 stars I would happily do so.

Shocking. i wrang to check dress code and went looking on there website sites. Nothing about tattoos so me my partner dressed up to go danceing drove 2 hours to go there to be told NO ENTRY my head tattoo that dosent go anywhere near my face breaches dress code .. could have told me when i wrang and asked about it ..wish I could post a picture to go with this review coz we looked good and my tattoos are respectful thai bamboo art .. not gangster..

Worst place I have ever been. When ordering vodka lime and sodas there was no vodka put into the drinks but was still charged for this. This happened on a number of occasions during the night.I raised this with the same bar tender each time but she continued to claim she had used the hand held machine. If she thought that I had too much to drink refuse me service instead of charging me full price and giving me lime and soda water. Considering I was sober enough to realise she was not putting vodka into the drinks would indicate I was not that intoxicated. It was the same bar tender however, when we would get someone else there were no issues with the vodka. I am not usually one to leave reviews but seriously disappointed given how exxy the drinks are. We had someone with us who was not even drinking who tried the drinks each time and also confirmed there was absolutely no vodka in them.

This place has always been the same there is good reason why the locals all go down to Newcastle just to go to there night club the staff have been rude each time the bartenders always mouth to everyone especially the bigger security guard that stands near the door the things that come out of his mouth are ridiculous he goes out of his own way to stir up people and it’s always boys he does it too I have seen and heard each time I have been it’s like he enjoys stirring up these blokes to get a reaction and then they wonder why everyone gets angry and wants to fight back and like I said he’s done this every time we’ve been. we have given this place chance after chance and each time the experience and expectation has been the same the drinks are ridiculously overpriced there is hardly anyone in there and the place is straight up disgusting looks like it never gets clean it’s been this way since my sister was a teenager.I wouldn’t even call it a night club the dance floor is the smallest floor you have ever seen.if you want to have a good time the drive to Newcastle is worth it cheap drinks way cleaner and multiple dance floors and levels and security gaurds actually do there job there is a lot more to what I’ve said but nothing is worth coming here there’s a reason why the pubs have more people and nightlife going on in them this place has bad reviews for a GOOD reason with everyone complaining about the same exact things.

The owner Brett, Manager Liam and their staff are the most hospitable that i have seen in a long time. They made me feel comfortable when i came from Sydney for a night, however ended up staying and extra night because of the hospitality. Cheers Brett and Liam, you guys run a fantastic ship and hope to see you guys soon!

Very nice place, excellent fresh sea food, good view on the marina.

This is a gem. While the decor is average there is a lovely view of the Hastings River and the marina. The highlight is the food - delicious. Far better than some more upmarket restaurants but not the prices to much. The prices at Quay Lime are cheap for the quality of the food. The staff are a delight. Should not be missed.

Go for the lunch time deals. Good selection and you walk away with a satisfying lunch at a decent price. Quay Lime always impresses us. The service is friendly and the meals are well prepared. We have entertained here, put on PC Pitstop staff Christmas parties here and met many clients for business meetings. Sit inside or out and enjoy views overlooking the marina in beautiful Port Macquarie.

We came across this by accident staying at the Rydges next door. The coffee came out a little hot, but was delicious once it cooled a little. The bacon and eggs were fantastic and not expensive (about $11) for a good dose of bacon. Sitting in the winter sun by the window was wonderful and I felt nice and toasty by the end. Staff are friendly and attentive. Over all a pleasant morning.

Yummy food great view!

Worst 'Pizza' we (6 people) have EVER tasted. The pizza base was awful, not fresh but the frozen type, the toppings were appalling and you guys should be ashamed serving these things to customers. The seafood was far from fresh and the fish cocktails tasted more like fish innards. For everyone's sake, please taste your food before you serve it. Two stars for the great location and good service from friendly staff, it's just a pity about the 'food' itself.

I found it to be very average food for expensive prices. I will complinent their delicious aioli. I ordered a steak and it was over cooked for what I ordered. It was however still very tender. My friends had the Quay Lime Pie for dessert and it was just plain cheesecake coloured bright green

great variety .tasty. young staff is super annoyed and unfriendly on a non busy Sunday. Seems to be a thing everywhere I go . the young people working in stores have this idga daxx attitude . So if people ask me what I miss vs home .yeah friendly staff would be far up my list .that's for sure.

Just tried their apple roll. Twice. First and last. I think they waved an apple skin over the dough. VERY DISAPPOINTING. Their apple and walnut is also sadly lacking apple but it is much better tasting. They should change the name to apple scented roll!

Tucked away at the back of Port Central. The staff are very accommodating and friendly

Great food always fresh friendly staff.

very nice bread and cheese and bacon roll

Great bread and pastries

Typical Bakers Delight store with friendly service

The place was so popular, families, dogs on a leash, a great flying fox, a great path for bike riding and walking.

It's a great park, the flying fox is a big hit with the kids (and adults too!). The only downside is there isn't any toilet facilities and not much shade/trees. Other than that its quiet a busy little park (especially after school and the weekend)

Well kept park. Great for kids.

My kids always love this park

Absolutely loved visiting Billabong! The grounds are absolutely beautiful and well-kept. The animals spaces are thoughtfully designed, giving the animals plenty of space while still allowing visitors to enjoy an up-close view. The staff were friendly and incredibly informative, always happy to share their knowledge and answer any questions making the visit both fun and educational. Overall, a lovely place to spend the day, and I can’t recommend it enough for anyone who appreciates animals, conservation, and a truly well cared for environment.

We had a great day. Zoo Keeper Kristie was especially helpful in coaxing the Snow Leopard out after seeing us waiting patiently for him to come out. We did the Cheetah Feeding experience which was awesome. All of the animal info sessions were well run and informative. There were not a lot of people on our visit, so we didn’t have to jostle for a look or good position to take photos. All staff were friendly and helpful. Thanks to the whole Billabong team for making our day memorable.

7.9.2025 This is an amazing facility; the enclosures are all spacious and the animals appear happy and content. There is a walking path around the park and write ups / QR codes for all the animals. The new additions with their pool are gorgeous and we got to see them swimming around on our trip. You can pay extra to encounter a koala or hold and python. Only down side was the hand sanitiser was empty upon exiting the kangaroo enclosure.

We had the best experience at Billabong! Every member of staff was kind, friendly and seemed to genuinely adore the animals under their care. Caitlin delivered the best koala experience we could have hoped for. It’s wonderful to support a facility like this, would recommend.

If your going past 💯 stop in for a visit the keepers and staff are the nicest people. This zoo is awesome the animals are happy and relaxed it's got a great atmosphere 😀.

We brought our Canadian visitors to Billabong Zoo and we all had a great time!!! All staff are super friendly and helpful but a big shout out for Naomi the Ranger who facilitated the koala experience - she was super knowledgeable, skilled and a very good communicator- thanks Naomi for making our time very memorable 🤩

Our uber driver recommended this place as we were on our way to the koala hospital that’s near it. We are so thankful they did because we had one of the best experiences ever. It was a quiet day pretty much the zoo to ourselves but we had the best time. The animals seemed very well kept and the staff has so much passion for what they do. Feeding the kangaroos was an experience i’ll never forget. At the end of our day we met the owner Max and he was extremely kind and shared some amazing information. The whole family helps out and it’s just a great place all around. Thank you again to Max for everything!

Lovely lunch with the girls, food was excellent & staff friendly. A spot of shopping in the Nursery topped it off with the friendliest staff member helping with advice & the names of plants. Thank you. We’ll be back.

Breakfast at the cafe was fabulous. The hollandaise homemade and excellent. Attention to detail with presentation impressive. Well worth the visit. Highly recommend it

Had a fabulous potato gnocchi at Abundance today, so delicious, perfect winter's lunch. Every meal I've had at Abundance has been enjoyable, today's was sensational.

Great range of plants. Nice knowledgeable staff. The restaurant is also very good with great food.

Meet up with a friend for brunch , beautiful atmosphere, great food & lots of varieties of plants 🪴 well worth a visit ✅

What a splendid surprise this was. While visiting the area I drove past the turn-off seeing the sign, a number of times. On my last day as I was leaving King Creek, the sign beckoned yet again, and I decided to take the detour and visit. Well this is definitely abundance in all the best ways. Little did I know that it had a lakeside cafe that is just delightful with stunning views. Lovely cake and coffee and I was very happy with the GF baked cheesecake. The nursery/plant area is massive and I imagine you could spend hours looking and buying. Highly recommend this detour.

This place just keeps getting better. Absolutely fantastic cafe attached to a very friendly, beautiful nursery on the banks of a dam stuffed with lilies. The food has kicked up another notch since last time we were here and I had an absolutely fantastic wagyu burger while my wife had a cappuccino soup.

Great gated playground with shaded BBQ area. Calm and peaceful- very family friendly!

Its a very nice place for a mix of things including fishing and swimming and there are plenty take away shops to have some lunch there. There is a wide variety of wildlife in there mainly just fish and pelicans and it can get deep around the middle. Very nice place and i reccomond going here.

Absolutely stunning inlet. Easy safe swimming and great photo opportunities. Loved it here.

Great spot for a relax. Plenty of seating. Good food and coffee across the road. Ideal for families with kids, who can paddle safely. Popular spot during holidays when parking can be a bit tight.

Calm lake with few cafes on the other side of the road. Don't forget to go to the other side of the lake.

Amazing spot for fishing and swimming, safe for little kids. Great BBQ area, good parking and coffee shop and eateries across the road

Gorgeous Lake. It is so perfect for everyone, picnic, swimming, BBQ,fishing, stand-up paddles,kayak/canoe,playground,great stroll nice to watch sunrise sunset. Looking over the beach too, skateboard Park. Great carpark, toilet. Good shelter fresh air. Dog paddle

Parked next to the cemetery side of the park and walked into the mangroves. The walking path is a board walk through the park and there are tens of thousands of these creature and these creatures are massive !!! There also is an area where you can sit by the water and it is very relaxing. Remember to wear but repellent as there are lots of mosquitos ready to pounce on their next human prey. Didn’t see any koalas as they as pretty hard to see.

The park, cemetery and boardwalk are lovely. Pity it’s been over run by homeless people leaving their belongings everywhere, drinking and hollering at anyone the walks nearby. Not a nice place to feel safe.

Lovely short walk around the woods, with a view of the sleeping flying foxes across the water. Path is raised, boarded and accessible for prams / wheelchairs. There is also a decent green space to sit on when the weather is good. Unfortunately the park seems to have become a place for the homeless to make camp so that certainly complicates things as there are some more approaching characters

Wonderful place to visit..I went to that place with my two kids..we enjoyed it a lot..we can see water, birds sometimes in a residential area, sometimes I see some roads...I wonder how a forest will be like that... peace and pleasant. Thousands of bata and a few birds...lovely place to spend a few hours... Maintenance is not good to complete full round...one bridge is broken still...

The park doesn't look like much, but once you get to the boardwalk it is incredible what you can see. Plenty of information about the trees and the hundreds of flying foxes. The plants are beautiful and everything looks well maintained. Apparently there are crabs, but I didn't see any. But in the end I saw hundreds of flying foxes resting in the trees. Totally worth checking out.

There’s a few different walking tracks. The big one makes you feel like you’re in the absolute middle of no where when in reality just metres from Gordon Street. It’s amazing how real and natural this park is. If you love walking in controlled nature this is the place to go. If you do the full walk from the cemetery you will end up on Gordon St where you cross the road for the walkway to Westport.

Nice spot to visit or walk the trails

Plenty of rocks and rock pools for the kids to explore. Entry is by steep path or steps.

Pleasant secluded beach, well insulated from the strong coastal sea breezes. Rocky outcrops tame the seas, so the water here is calm. Good place for paddling about and clambering over the rocks. Path down to the beach at both ends is steep, but in good nick. Parking is very tight, being very close to the Tacking Point lighthouse nearby.

Good lookout.

(Translated by Google) Super cool! You can see varans and lizards if you're lucky! (Original) Mega cool! Man kann varane, sowie Echsen sehen wenn man Glück hat!

The central hub for beautiful Port Macquarie. Enjoy a stroll along the rock wall that shows off the Hastings River . Cafes & eateries are all around . A peaceful park to sit and take the spectacular views 😍

Playground is small but modern. My kids 9 & 4 still had fun for quite a while. The space was tidy and green. There are modern public toilets.

Beautiful area in the community where you’ll get to see ocean 🌊 view as well as easy access to the main part of port Macquarie! Come see the place and enjoy 😉 Cheers 🥂

Pretty spot, large main jetty adjacent, beginning of walk along the river wall with its personalised painted messages and memories on the rocks; bars and food outlets around

Awesome place to relax and enjoy with family and friends Port Macquarie is the best place to live See dolphins swim in the harbour Fish off the wharf or paint one of the rocks to remember that special visit

Gorgeous green outdoors space by the river with seating, a wharf and many cafes, pub and ice creamery.

Great place to relax and enjoy the view with great food available at restaurantsaround the centre , coffee & ice cream from Baskin Robins or Blue Cow

Lovely secluded protected spot along the Coastal Walk. Plenty of shade and tables to sit down and relax at. There is also an outdoor workout station nearby as well. The Reserve is also home to the artwork “Folly”, pictures are in the review upload.

Nice place to sit have food

Perfect for whale watching. My go to spot. Nice rock pools down amongst rocks, just becareful taking the cliff track down, not for the faint hearted. You might see, the odd brown shake in Summer. They usually hear you first, so dont freak out. Rock pools are private. Magic Sun Rise, picture perfect.

Lovely view. Nice amount of shade and sun for all year use. The area is well maintained.

Excellent views of the town waterfront.

Parked here to begin my 2 hour dog walk. Love the east coast of Australia it has more to offer than any other part of australia

This is a gem of a place with so much to offer. A peaceful walk to a great viewing point at the light house and swimming at an amazing beach.

The gardens themselves are quite lovely, and the venue is a good size and location for a service. However, I've given 2 stars because of the 'service' we were provided for scattering my mum's ashes. I called in advance, explaining that I didn't really know what the process looked like (e.g. did we need an appointment? Did we need to do/prepare anything in particular?) and was greeted with little to no empathy over the phone. I was told gruffly that we did need an appointment, that it would cost $190 to scatter the ashes, and we had the option of adding a plaque for $900. We were happy with just scattering the ashes, so made an appointment and I shrugged off the treatment over the phone. When it came to the actual scattering however, we were treated similarly rudely - no sympathy for our loss, no consideration of whether we had questions about the process, it really felt like we were just there as a business transaction. The experience we had was not ideal but probably could have been improved with some nicer service and some explanations of how it all works. As an example, it would have been helpful to be told over the phone when I first called that we would not be involved in the scattering process once the ashes are handed over - the staff will do this on their own schedule and call you when the scattering is complete. I am glad we were able to fulfil mum's wishes of having her ashes scattered at the gardens, but would really hope they can improve their approach to grieving families and loved ones.

We had Mums service here on Friday 23rd August. Plus many more family before her. We can only give 5 stars ( we would give more if we could) for this absolutely gorgeous chapel and gardens. Also the administration staff are so beautiful and calming at this very hard time. A beautiful place. Xxxxxx

Very peaceful, well maintained gardens.

Very peaceful, large chapel could seat quite a few people. A modern building with open side doors so the heat on the day we were there was not an issue. The funeral directors were most professional understanding and caring people.

If a cemetery can be a nice place then this is it. Well maintained lawns and flower gardens. Laid out on gently sloping grounds. Relaxing area, plenty of parking. Far better than conventional cemeteries. And the birds and ‘Roos add to the serene ambience

Went to the Mother's Day service this morning was Absolutely Beautiful. The Chapel had such a Warm Feel about it. Thank you very much. Suzanne

Such a lovely memorial very very peaceful super pretty and the gardens look so fresh and divine. Where we had my brother's ceremony it was absolutely beautiful inside n out. Very clean and comfortable feeling. Plenty of parking easy to find.

Unfortunately not wheelchair ♿️ friendly access to the picnic area

Nice place for family picnic . One big shade and two BBQ facility and plenty of seating under one shade . Because of one shade it could be over crowded during weekend . Naked fire 🔥 flame is prohibited. It is just front of water and next to local accommodation. We have annoyed by very strong wind and bbq wasn’t very well

Great quiet location for a day on the lake tubing, finishing or just a picnic. Will definately be back

A lovely place, little sandy beaches, toilets with shower, bbq and table under cover with car park. Unexpected beautiful place

It's got a small barbecue space which is undercover and has access to a small Jetty however there's no bathroom facilities there. Probably not the best place to go with the kids as there's no playground equipment as well.

Beautiful little secluded park with barbecue facilities and tables to sit and eat. There is wharf kids can jump off at and a small beach for little ones to play in water. The parking lot is small so get in early on a good day if you are wanting to set up for a lunch with the family.

Great place to meet relax with family and friends. Large well maintained grass area with under cover seating and bbq area. Located right on the river with a small sandy beach good for a swim with the kids. Fishing, swimming, parties fun for all the family.