Googik Heritage Walking Track

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Googik Heritage walking track, Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Photo: John Spencer
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Lake Innes Nature Reserve

1 current alert · 1 upcoming · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 8:05 am

  • UpcomingClosed areas19 Oct 2026 – 10 Nov 2026

    Pest animal control Lake Innes Reserves

    Some areas in Lake Innes Nature Reserve and Innes Ruins Historic Site are closed from 8pm, Thursday 5 November to 7am, Monday 9 November 2026 for ground shooting of feral animals. The closed areas are:

    • All areas south of Lake Road
    • The Googik Track and Boundary Trail including all linking and adjoining trails
    • Bells Fire Trail including all linking and adjoining trails
    • Innes Ruins Historical Site
    • Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local park office.
    • This program will target deer. It aims to reduce the significant impact they have on native plants and animals including koala habitat and threatened species.
    • Other pest animals, including pigs, goats, foxes, cats and wild dogs will be targeted if observed during the operation.
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About

There are few nicer ways to enjoy the sights that picturesque Port Macquarie has to offer than a hike or stroll along Googik Heritage walking track. Set in a pristine natural environment, the two kilometre walk starts at Lake Innes Nature Reserve on Lake Road and extends south all the way to St Columba Anglican School.

While making your way along this track, you’ll be keeping active as well as discovering some of the Port Macquarie area’s best-kept natural secrets.The track winds along gently undulating hills and, as well as the beautiful natural surroundings, allows you to see the local birdlife that call Lakes Innes Nature Reserve home, making it a lovely scenic journey for those who enjoy walking, cycling and birdwatching alike.

Lake Innes Nature Reserve · North Coast

Enjoy walking, hiking or cycling along Googik Heritage walking track in Lake Innes Nature Reserve while taking in some of the great sights of Port Macquarie.

Difficulty
Grade 2 · Easy
Distance
5.5km one-way
Time
2hrs - 2hrs 30min
Accessibility
Medium

What to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water
  • Hat

Plan your walk

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Frequently asked questions

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Get in touch

Park office

02 6588 5555

Where you'll be

Kyla Crescent

Port Macquarie NSW 2444