Trial Bay Gaol
For a glimpse into Australian history, head to South West Rocks to explore the historic ruins of Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park. Make sure you see the view from the sentry’s lookout.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
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Little Bay picnic area
Little Bay, a popular beach picnic spot near South West Rocks on the north coast where you’ll find shaded tables and a kangaroo or two.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Smoky Cape Lighthouse
Hat Head National Park on the mid-north coast of NSW near South West Rocks is a natural paradise. Explore Smoky Cape Lighthouse, camp by the beach and go fishing and swimming.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast
Smoky Cape picnic area
Smoky Cape picnic area is located beneath Smoky Cape lighthouse in Hat Head National Park, near South West Rocks on the NSW north coast. It's a great spot for picnics, whale watching and scenic views.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast
Trial Bay Kiosk Restaurant
Trial Bay Kiosk Restaurant is temporarily closed. Trial Bay Kiosk Restaurant is fully licensed, offering fine dining, fresh fish and local produce with scenic views over historic Trial Bay in Arakoon National Park.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Gap Beach picnic area
Gap Beach picnic area is in Hat Head National Park. It's a great spot to visit when exploring local walking tracks, but to drive there you'll need a 4WD vehicle.
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast
Mermaid Pools
Mermaid Pools is closed to visitors because it's extremely unsafe for swimming. Many people have been seriously injured here. The pools are located near South West Rocks and Trial Bay in Arakoon National Park.
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Bridle trail
Bridle Trail walking track is an easy short walk offering a glimpse of the historic heritage of Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park near Kempsey.
- Distance
- 0.6km one-way
- Time
- 15 - 45min
- Grade
- Grade 2
- Wheelchair
access - Medium
- Where
- Arakoon National Park in North Coast
Green Island walking track
Green Island walking track goes through coastal heathland to a lookout with scenic views to Smoky Cape Lighthouse, offering excellent birdwatching and whale watching.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 3km return
- Time
- 1 - 2hrs
- Grade
- Grade 4
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast
Jack Perkins walking track
The short Jack Perkins walking track, near Smoky Cape picnic area, offers scenic views, wildlife, rainforest, and golden beaches in Hat Head National Park near Kempsey.
- Price
- Park entry fees apply.
- Distance
- 2km return
- Time
- 30min - 1hr
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Hat Head National Park in North Coast