Santa Barbara picnic area

Booti Booti National Park

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about the Santa Barbara picnic area.

Getting there and parking

Santa Barbara picnic area is in Booti Booti National Park. To get there from Forster:

Drive south for 14km along The Lakes Way
At the green Santa Barbara picnic area sign, turn off The Lakes Way into the carpark.

Road quality

Sealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

By public transport

Busways Great Lakes operates bus services that travel between Forster and Pacific Palms, along The Lakes Way.

Facilities

Toilets

Flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Gas/electric barbecues (free)

Carpark

Drinking water

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.

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

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.

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Fishing

A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.

Prohibited

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Camping

Generators

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

Booti Booti Office
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Closed public holidays.
02 6591 0300
npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au
The Ruins campground, Booti Booti National Park, 4374 The Lakes Way, Booti Booti 2428

Park info

in Booti Booti National Park in the North Coast region
Booti Booti National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Day passes are available from the Manning Great Lakes Area Office, Bulahdelah Visitor Information Centre and the Hawks Nest Newsagency.
Buy annual pass