Abbey Creek picnic area

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Picnic shelter, Abbey Creek picnic area. Photo: Debby McGerty © OEH
The view of the beach from Abbey Creek picnic area in Crowdy Bay National Park. Photo: Debby McGerty
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Crowdy Bay National Park

3 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 12:05 am

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  • Safety alerts

    Diamond Head Road - changed conditions and scheduled works

    8 September 2026 update:

    • Diamond Head Road, from the northern (Dunbogan) entry point to Kylies Beach campground, was graded in mid-July.
    • Diamond Head Road, to the south of Kylies Beach campground leading to Coralville Road, was graded in early-August.
    • Crowdy Bay Road, between Coralville and Crowdy Head Road, was graded in late-August.
    • The next round of grading is anticipated to occur in late November/early December.

    Diamond Head, Indian Head, and Kylies Beach campgrounds, and the Diamond Head walking tracks, are currently best accessed using Diamond Head Road from the northern park entry point via Laurieton/Dunbogan to minimise the length of driving on gravel roads.

    Crowdy Gap campground is best accessed using Crowdy Bay Road from the southern park entry point via Harrington to minimise the length of driving on gravel roads.

    For more information, contact the NPWS Port Macquarie office on (02) 6588 5555.

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If you're looking for a picturesque spot for a day at the beach, pack the picnic hamper and head to Abbey Creek picnic area just north of Crowdy Gap campground. A short drive from Harrington or Taree, you can enjoy a leisurely lunch with unspoilt coastal views in the more remote southern precinct of Crowdy Bay National Park.

Only a short stroll to Crowdy Beach, why not grab your towel and head down for a refreshing swim in the clear blue waves? The area is popular for fishing, surfing, and even parasailing. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins playing in the surf, as well as osprey and sea-eagles patrolling the beaches for tasty treats.

When you've worked up an appetite, unpack a spread in the shade of the sheltered picnic tables and tuck in. If you feel like stretching your legs, try the easy Crowdy Gap walking track.

Take a virtual tour of Abbey Creek picnic area captured with Google Street View Trekker.

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Part of Crowdy Bay National Park

Crowdy Bay National Park · North Coast

Abbey Creek picnic area in the southern section of Crowdy Bay National Park offers sheltered tables and direct beach access for swimming, surfing and whale watching.

Entry
Park entry fees apply

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water

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Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

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Port Macquarie office

02 6588 5555npws.hastingsmacleay@environment.nsw.gov.au

22 Blackbutt Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Crowdy Bay National Park NSW 2443

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Hours

Open 24 hours