Perch Hole picnic area

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Perch Hole picnic area, Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government
Perch Hole picnic area, Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government
Perch Hole picnic area, Lake Innes Nature Reserve. Photo: John Spencer/NSW Government
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Lake Innes Nature Reserve

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    No entry to Innes Ruins Historic Site

    Innes Ruins is closed to public entry except by guided tour. Penalties apply for non-compliance. For more information, contact the local NPWS office on 02 6588 5555.

About

Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy a relaxing day by the water at Perch Hole picnic area.

People come from miles around to take in this beautiful setting, where you can also enjoy fishing, kayaking, canoeing and swimming in this large estuarine lake in the middle of the reserve. Birdwatching is another highlight here, as the lake supports a variety of birdlife including osprey, black swans and wood ducks, as well as many other aquatic animals.

Perhaps the best way to enjoy the lake though is to explore it by kayaking, canoeing, or setting sail in a small motored dingy.

Lake Innes Nature Reserve · North Coast

Perch Hole picnic area, beside Lake Innes, is an idyllic spot for a family celebration, a romantic picnic, or to get away from it all and enjoy some solitude in the middle of nature.

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Drinking water

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Frequently asked questions

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Where you'll be

Lake Innes NSW 2446

Hours

Open 24 hours