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Front beach, Arakoon National Park. Photo: Debbie McGerty/OEH
Front beach, Arakoon National Park. Photo: Debbie McGerty/NSW Government
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Arakoon National Park

1 current alert · Checked 14 Oct 2026, 7:05 pm

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  • Elsewhere in the parkClosed areasUntil 30 Oct 2026

    Area permanently closed - Mermaid Pools

    Access to Mermaid Pools is permanently closed including for swimming. Sudden large swells and tides create major waves that wash over the rocks and pools.

    Do not access this area. The severe conditions at this site have caused a number of significant injuries and deaths in the past.

    Mermaid Pools have never been a designated visitor site due to the extreme nature of the surf and tides at this location. There is no approved public access walking track to Mermaid Pools.

    For further information call the NPWS Verges Creek area office on 02 6561 6700.

About

Set against a backdrop of the historic gaol ruins, Front Beach is a popular swimming spot, perfect for families wanting a relaxing day outdoors. Situated in Arakoon National Park on the mid North Coast, it's a perfect destination for a coastal holiday with camping options at Trial Bay Gaol campground.

The calm waters are ideal for the little ones and make for perfect paddling and liloing. While the kids are having fun, you may even be tempted to try your luck at fishing. Gazing across the scenic bay, keep your eyes peeled for sea-eagles and osprey, they're known to fish the same waters.

When it's time for something to eat, spark up the barbecue at the picnic area, beside Trial Bay Gaol campground, or if you're feeling too relaxed, head to Trial Bay Restaurant. After lunch, gather and explore Trial Bay Gaol or try the medium Monument Hill walking track.

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Part of Arakoon National Park

Arakoon National Park · North Coast

Front Beach offers family friendly options including swimming, paddling, liloing and picnicking in Arakoon National Park on the mid North Coast of NSW.

Accessibility
Medium

What to bring

  • Drinking water
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

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Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

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Park office

02 6566 6168

Where you'll be

Arakoon NSW 2431

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Hours

Open 24 hours