Myall Lakes National Park

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Visitor paddling across Boolambayte Lake, Bungarie Bay campground. Credit: John Spencer © DPE
Aerial view of Mungo Brush campground in Myall Lakes National Park. Credit: John Spencer © DPE
Aerial view of Violet Hill campground and picnic area with surrounding bushland and waterways in
A beach with plant-covered sand dunes on Broughton Island, Myall Lakes National Park. Credit: John
A family enjoying Boat Beach near Davies Cottage, Myall Lakes National Park. Credit: Brent Mail
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Myall Lakes National Park

5 current alerts · 1 upcoming · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 6:05 pm

Official alerts
  • Closed areas

    White Tree Bay campground closed due to flood repairs

    White Tree Bay campground in Myall Lakes National Park remains temporarily closed due to damaged amenities from flood impact. NPWS is working towards reinstating these facilities as soon as possible. For further information, please call NPWS Manning Great Lakes Area on ph: 6591 0300.

About

Myall Lakes National Park, on the north coast not far from Newcastle, features one of the State's largest coastal lake systems that offers countless opportunities for canoeing and kayaking, boating and fishing. The park also boasts more than 40kms of beaches that offer some good swimming and surfing spots.

You can visit for a daytrip to enjoy a barbecue or picnic and some walking, but it's better to come for the weekend or longer to enjoy all that the park has to offer. There are lots of great campgrounds, some large and some small, including campsites for tents, trailers, caravans, motorhomes, and even boats, so you're bound to find the perfect site to suit your needs. If camping is not your style, you can book in to the heritage listed accommodation at Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse.

Be sure to check out the Grandis; a 76 metre high flooded gum that is one of the tallest trees in the state. You'll find it in the Grandis picnic area north east of Bulahdelah.

The park at a glance

Myall Lakes National Park, north of Newcastle offers great walking, kayaking and fishing opportunities. You can camp out or stay in heritage listed accommodation.

Myall Lakes National Park, on the north coast not far from Newcastle, features one of the State’s largest coastal lake systems that offers countless opportunities for canoeing and kayaking, boating and fishing. The park also boasts more than 40kms of beaches that offer some good swimming and surfing spots.

You can visit for a daytrip to enjoy a barbecue or picnic and some walking, but it’s better to come for the weekend or longer to enjoy all that the park has to offer. There are lots of great campgrounds, some large and some small, including campsites for tents, trailers, caravans, motorhomes, and even boats, so you’re bound to find the perfect site to suit your needs. If camping is not your style, you can book in to the heritage listed accommodation at Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse.

Be sure to check out the Grandis; a 76 metre high flooded gum that is one of the tallest trees in the state. You’ll find it in the Grandis picnic area north east of Bulahdelah.

Campgrounds
21
Picnic areas
9
Walks
9
Places to stay
3

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Magnificent wildflower displays as they bloom across the heathlands.

Summer

Look for dolphins swimming among the waves.

Autumn

A good time to visit when the weather is a little cooler and the park is less busy.

Winter

Head to Sugarloaf Point to watch for whales on their annual migration.

Walks in this park

10 walks

Plants and animals

7 species

Animals

  • Brown-striped frog (Lymnastes peronii)
  • Green and golden bell frog (Litoria aurea)
  • Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus)

Plants

  • Cabbage palm (Livistona australis)
  • Wonga wonga vine (Pandorea pandorana)

Protected species listed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Frequently asked questions

10 questions

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Before you go

Opening

Usually open · check alerts

Vehicle entry

$8 per vehicle per day

Nearby towns

Hawks Nest (3 km) · Bulahdelah (13 km) · Forster (37 km)

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

Booti Booti Office

02 6591 0300npws.manninggreatlakes@environment.nsw.gov.au

The Ruins campground, Booti Booti National Park, 4374 The Lakes Way, Booti Booti 2428

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm; Closed public holidays

Where you'll be

Tickerabil Trail

Mungo Brush NSW 2423

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