GreatLakes region of NSW is a nature lovers paradise with so many national
parks and rainforests plus inland waterways such as Myall Lakes, Smiths
Lake and Wallis Lake providing so many wonderful opportunities to pursue
your favourite water sport as well as enjoy the fabulous nature and
local wildlife. You too will love to enjoy weekend getaways in Myall Lakes area in NSW to explore this spectacular region.
Myall Lakes which cover 10,000 hectares are listed as wetland of
significant importance to the eco system of the region. Between Myall
lakes national park, Booto Booti national park and Wallingat national
park, they share NSW’s largest network of coastal lakes, circa 80+ km of
coastal beaches and impressive diversity of vegetation and wildlife.
Myall Lakes national park is a famous spot for water based sporting
activities such as fishing, boating, swimming as well as seeing the
giant sand dunes at Dark Point or experiencing a relaxed half our
coastal rainforest bushwalk known as the Mungo Brush rainforest walk.
The Sugar Loaf Point Lighthouse at Seal Rocks is another scenic spot to
visit while in Myall lakes area. You get the chance to explore state’s
tallest tree the Grandis, giant flooded gum on the western side of the
park.
Next, Wallingat national park gives you the chance to drive through
the forest enjoying the tall flooded gums and palm trees as well as a
good spot t for mountain bikers.
In contrast the Booti Booti national park is blessed with some
spectacular beaches, excellent for swimming, surfing and fishing. It
also provides and ideal walk to Cape Hawke viewing tower for
breathtaking views of the region. Wallis Lake in Booti Booti is
fantastic for fishing, prawning and boating and offer the seasonally
patrolled Elizabeth beach.
SmithsLake which is separated from the ocean by an impressive sandbar is
another ideal spot for swimming, fishing, kayaking, windsurfing and
boating. The foreshore of Smiths Lake is superb for families with young
children for enjoyable safe swimming and kayaking. Check into a weekend getaways in Smiths lake to begin exploring this beautiful area.
If you like outdoor adventure and walking, there is no way other than
walking to explore nature in Great Lakes and Myall Lakes region. Mungo
Brush rainforest Walk, Tamboi Trail, The Old Gibber Trail, The Mining
Road Trail, The Mungo Track, Yacaaba Headland Walking Track, Sugar Creek
Walking Track and Booti Hill lake side Walking Track are some of the
famous enjoyable walks on offer for you. It is best for you to get maps
of the walks from the tourist information centre before you proceed.
