Best trails in Myall Lakes National Park

Yacaaba Headland Walk begins at the Jimmy Beach Reserve Carpark at the end of Beach Road. The first section of the track is sandy and follows along Bennett's beach before reaching the base of Mount Yacaaba. The track is not signed but as it is well trafficked the path is very visible. As you make your way up Mount Yacaaba, the track becomes gradually steeper and rocky. There are fantastic views over the Myall Lakes National Park just north of Port Stephens. Please note the rocks on the...

This is a short walk out to the lighthouse that is located on the headland at Seal Rocks. It provides spectacular views up and down the coast plus the are dramatic rock formations with caves and grottos too. Sugarloaf Point is a popular spot for whale watching in the right season, it is also common to see dolphins playing off lighthouse beach.

This short stroll packs quite a punch in terms of breathtaking coastal views and sweeping headlands. You'll traverse through lush coastal rainforest before reaching the money shot out on the headland. If you fancy a dip you can deter off-route to Treachery Beach, a popuar spot for fishing and surfing. The route commences from Yagon Road, a quick and easy drive south from the popular Seal Rocks.

A short and pleasant stroll through coastal rainforest that is good for the whole family. Along the way through the ancient trees, plum pine, mock olive, coogera and brush bloodwood look for colourful birdlife like figbirds, rufous fantails, and regent bowerbirds – you might also see brush turkeys scratching in the dirt and undergrowth of the forest. You can also enjoy a picnic or barbecue at Mungo Brush picnic area.

Experience the beauty of Myall Lakes National Park on this walk from Boomeri campground to Shelly Point. This beautiful track takes you through shady coastal forest before reaching Shelly Beach. It's a top spot for swimming, relaxing, and listening to the surrounding nature. Keep an eye out for mighty sea eagles soaring overhead. You can find parking, picnic tables and toilets at Shelly Beach.

Tamboi Walk is a peaceful walk connecting the Mungo Brush camping area with the Tamboi picnic area, across the river from the historic fishing village of Tamboi. The trail can be accessed from Mungo Brush Road within the Myall Lakes National Park. Enjoy passing through the diverse swamp forest landscape along the scenic shore of Bombah Broadwater.

This short track is located on the southern side of the fantastic Myall Lakes National Park near Hawkes Nest, NSW, and leads you to Dark Point, an area of cultural significance for the Worimi People that inhabited these lands. The route features rocky headlands, magnificent dunes that have shaped the landscape, and picturesque coastal views overlooking Broughton Island. Bring your swimmers for a dip in the vast ocean and keep your eyes peeled for native wildlife, dingos have been spotted...

A good option if you're staying at the Boomeri Camping Area, located in between Forster and Findal Bay on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. This out and back route begins and ends from the camping area, which is located off Mungo Brush Road. The trail itself is flat most of the way, followed by a climb at the end to bring you to the summit of Johnson's Hill (97m). Enjoy the vies out over Boolambayte Lake before returning to camp.

This route passes through Myall Lakes National Park and unique Ramsar protected wetlands, known for coastal forests and marshlands, home to diverse blooms of wildflowers and birdlife. This route makes for a great overnight, with a stop at Shelley Beach campsite with views over Myall Lake and Palmers Bay. The return follows Hawks Nest Seal Rocks Road through the wetlands back to the start. The access and car park are off Mungo Brush Road and the Boomeri camping area.

A decent trail in the Mid Coast Region of New South Wales, located in between Newcastle and Taree. This looped route begins and ends from The parking area on Seal Rocks Road, opposite the caravan park in the small coastal town of Seal Rocks. Follow Seal Rocks Road until you reach the Mining Road Fire Trail. Turn left here and then the Yagon Fire Trail will be your first left hand turn and will bring you to Yagon Road to complete the loop.