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Charles Hamey lookout

Kattang Nature Reserve

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Charles Hamey lookout.

Getting there and parking

Charles Hamey lookout is in the southern precinct of Kattang Nature Reserve. To get there:

  • Continue driving along Camden Head Road
  • Turn right into Charles Hamey Lookout Road
  • Follow until you see Hamey’s carpark, where the short walk to the lookout commences.

Road quality

  • Unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

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

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

Fishing safety

Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

Permitted

Fishing

Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

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.

Charles Hamey lookout

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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.