Wybung Head

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Wybung Head

(0km) Wybung Head car park → Whale watching area

70 m
2 mins
0m
-9m

Easy track

From the locked gate at the car park[1] (at the end of Wybung Head Rd), this walk heads downhill along the management trail for a few metres, then turns left and follows the track[2]. The track heads through the heath to a large ‘Marine Mammals’ sign[3] (about whales) and a large clearing with wide ocean views[4].

Wybung Whale Watching Area

The Wybung Whale Watching Area is a small clearing perched on Wybung Head, just a short walk from the end of Wybung Head Rd. The clearing on the top of the hill provides sweeping views[5] of the ocean. A sign hidden among the scrub[6] provides information about the migrating mammals. There is no shade or wind protection on this exposed grassy knoll, but it does provide a great spot to watch the migration. Northern migration from June to July and southern migration from Sept to Oct.

(0km) Wybung Head car park → Wybung Head clearing

280 m
6 mins
0m
-37m

Moderate track

Continue straight: From the locked gate at the car park[8] (at the end of Wybung Head Rd), this walk heads downhill along the management trail. The trail soon passes a track (on the left, that leads to the whale watching area), and continues downhill along the wide trail to find the grand ocean views[9]. The trail then bends left and passes along the top of an unfenced cliff[10]. As the trail flattens out, it passes a grassy clearing and ends on the narrow saddle[11], with views up and down the coast.

(0.28km) Wybung Head clearing → Tip of Wybung Head

130 m
2 mins
1m
-11m

Moderate track

Continue straight: From the narrow saddle, this walk follows the narrower track towards the ocean along middle of the headland[12]. The track leads up a small rise and through some heath, to then suddenly open up at the top of an unfenced cliff and view across the ocean[13].

Wybung Head

Wybung Head is distinct headland found at the end of Wybung Head Rd, and provides great views up[14] and down[15] the coast. Wybung is a local Aboriginal word meaning ‘Dangerous Sea’. The narrow headland has sheer unfenced cliffs all around, and sweeping views of the ocean. There is no shade, or protection from the wind. A great spot to enjoy the pounding sea.

Maps for the Wybung Head walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Wybung Head bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Wybung Head

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	804 m
		Time	20 mins
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
		Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 400m has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

Around 280m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 130m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

Around 280m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 130m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 400m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 280m of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 130m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 280m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 130m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Wybung Head walk starts and ends at the Wybung Head car park (gps: -33.196223, 151.62127)
Your main transport option to Wybung Head car park is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
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Fire Danger

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Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

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Grass Tree Track

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Grass Tree Track

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The Grass Tree Track links Wybung Head Rd with Frazer Beach via a ridge-top track. At the time of writing, this track was very overgrown (hence the high grade) and the trackhead difficult to find. Once on course, much of the track is clearer and quiet eroded in places. It is an interesting walk to see some diverse vegetation,noticing how it changes with altitude. At the bottom of the hill, the track emerges onto Frazer Beach before heading to the picnic area at the end of Frazer Rd.* This walk passes through very remote areas and sections have no visible track. At least one person in your group should have training and experience in off track walking and navigation. Even with these notes and a GPS these extra skills and equipment are required.

(0km) Upper end of Grass Tree Track → Bongon Lagoon

740 m
16 mins
1m
-89m

Experienced only

From the intersection (60m east of the turning area at the top of Geebung Trail[1]), this walk follows the faint Grass Tree track north over a small rise and through the dense vegetation[2]. Soon the vegetation become shorter and the distant ocean views return[3]. The track is flat for a while, then starts to head down the ridge. In places, the track is quiet eroded[4] and a few parallel tracks have formed (please try to follows the main track). As the track approaches the beach, it enters a forest of taller trees[5] and then leads to the sandy Frazer Beach, just at the bottom end of Bongon Lagoon (on the left)[6].

Frazer Beach

Frazer Beach is a 650m-wide sandy beach, facing south-east. The beach is a popular swimming area with a patrol service provided during Christmas, Easter and April School Holidays. The back of the beach is home to Bongon Lagoon[8]. Up the hill near the road is a large car park[9], several picnic tables[10], an amenities block[11] (with shower[12] and toilets[13]), an emergency phone[14] and Frazer camping ground. There is limited natural shade, but the beach is a interesting place to explore and relax.

(0.74km) Bongon Lagoon → Frazer Beach Picnic Area

130 m
2 mins
3m
0m

Unknow grade

Veer left: From the beach, this walk heads inland across the sand, keeping Bongon Lagoon to the left. The walk soon tends right up to the lower car park, then continues uphill along the grass to the turning loop of Frazer Beach Road (on the left) and the picnic tables and shelter on the right[16].

Frazer Beach Picnic Area

Frazer Beach Picnic Area is found at the end of Frazer Beach Rd. There is a great view[17] over the the beach and out to sea. There are a couple of sheltered tables[18] and more unsheltered tables, as well as direct access to the beach down the stairs. An amenities block[19] is just above the upper car park, as well as an emergency telephone[20].

Maps for the Grass Tree Track walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Grass Tree Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Grass Tree Track

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	862 m
		Time	30 mins
		.
Grade 5/6 Experienced only	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Rough unclear track (5/6)
		Signs	No directional signs (5/6)
		Experience Required	Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
		Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 740m of this walk has short steep hills, whilst the remaining 130m has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

Around 740m of this walk follows a rough unclear track, whilst the remaining 130m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

Around 740m of this walk Has no directional signs, whilst the remaining 130m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

Around 740m of this walk requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 130m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 740m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 740m of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 130m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Grass Tree Track walk starts at the Upper end of Grass Tree Track (gps: -33.193935, 151.61836)
Your main transport option to Upper end of Grass Tree Track is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
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The Grass Tree Track ends at the Frazer Beach Picnic Area (gps: -33.187821, 151.62196)
Your main transport option to Frazer Beach Picnic Area is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

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Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach

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Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach

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Freemans camping ground

A well establish campsite. There are 8 caravan sites and 28 tent based camping sites. Groups of more than 8 are required to fill in a group booking form which can be obtained through the booking office. There is a short walk along a footpath to Birdie Beach. The campsite is flat and in an open area, reasonably well protected from the sea breeze. There is some but limited shaded area. The amenities block and cooking shelter are in great condition and provide good facilities. There is an emergency only phone near the amenities block.

(0km) Freemans camping ground → Birdie Beach car park bridge

410 m
7 mins
2m
-7m

Very easy

From speed hump on the Men’s side of the toilet block in Freemans Camping Ground[1], this walk follows the ‘Birdie Beach Access’ sign[2]. The walk follows the sealed path (old road) through the tall heath[3], passing a couple of glimpses of Red Ochre Beach[4] (on the left) before coming to timber foot bridge[5] in the middle of Birdie Beach car park.

Birdie Beach car park

Birdie Beach car park is a large parking area at the end of Birdie Beach Road. The are a few small grassy clearings, as well as garbage and recycling bins. Three tracks lead to Birdie Beach and another path leads to Freemans camping ground. There is a toilet[6] and hand washing basin[7] near the start of the car park, as well as a large information sign[8]. There is parking[9] and toilet facilities[10][11] for people with disabilities.

(0.41km) Birdie Beach car park bridge → North Birdie Beach

200 m
3 mins
0m
-3m

Easy track

Continue straight: From the bridge[12], this walk heads to the very end of the car park[13], then turns right to find the beach access track[14]. The walk follows this track a short distance, passing a ‘Vehicles fire & camping prohibited on beaches’ sign[15]. The track soon comes to a ‘Y’ intersection marked with a sign pointing to ‘Unclad Bathing 150m’[16].
Veer right: From the intersection, this walk heads up the hill along the timbered track and over the rise, in the opposite direction to the ‘Unclad Bathing 150m’ sign[17] (directly away from the car park). The sandy track then leads to another ‘Unclad Bathing 150m’ sign[18] (pointing left), then comes to the northern end of Birdie Beach[19].

Birdie Beach

Birdie Beach is a several kilometre long beach stretching from Budgewoi in the south to near Wybung Head in the north. The sandy beach faces south-east and Bird Island is found about 1.5km from the shore. There are several access points along this beach. The beach is not patrolled.

Maps for the Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	1.2 km
		Time	25 mins
		.
Grade 2/6 Easy track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Flat, no steps (1/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Clearly signposted (1/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 600m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

Around 410m of this walk follows a smooth and hardened path, whilst the remaining 200m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

This whole walk, 600m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 600m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 600m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 600m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach walk starts and ends at the Freemans camping ground (gps: -33.201138, 151.60383)
Your main transport option to Freemans camping ground is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

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Geebung Track

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Geebung Track

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(0km) Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr → Birdie Beach View

1.7 km
29 mins
60m
-5m

Moderate track

From Campbell Dr (800m east of the intersection with Blue Wren Dr)[1], this walk heads south around the locked gate[2], though a clearing then follows the ‘Coast Track’ sign[3] along the management trail. After about 350m, the management trail ends, and the walk crosses a small creek using a timber boardwalk[4]. The walk heads up a series of timber steps (where the track is now lined with timber) and across a small clearing[5], then back through tall dense heath for about 200m. Here, the track is no longer lined with timber edging[6], but is still clear as it soon bends left and heads up the wide ridge through the low heath, with great district views behind[7]. The track continues up the hill as Birdie Beach comes into view[8] (on the right) and, just after a significant left-hand bend, the track comes to the top of the hill with a great view down Birdie Beach (now behind)[9].

Birdie Beach View

Birdie Beach View is an informal lookout found on a sweeping bend[10] along the Geebung Track, north of Birdie Beach. The view south over Red Ochre Beach and along Birdie Beach is fantastic. Norah Head can be seen in the distance, past Bird Island. Since the re-vegetation of the track to Birdie Beach Lookout[11] this is the best point from which to enjoy the view. A great spot to enjoy the coast.

(1.67km) Birdie Beach View → Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd

690 m
12 mins
32m
-5m

Moderate track

Continue straight: From Birdie Beach View, this walk heads north directly away from Birdie Beach[12], following the wide track into the taller heath[13]. The track leads past a view down to an un-named bay[14] (on the right) and continues through the tall heath for a while. Not long before Wybung Head Rd, the track comes to a ‘Y’ intersection[15], this walk follows the right branch (however the left branch also goes to the same point), skirting around to a clearing[16]. The walk then heads around the locked gate[17] and comes to a turning area and car park on Wybung Head Rd[18] (120m south-west of Wybung Trig).

Maps for the Geebung Track walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Geebung Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Geebung Track

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	2.4 km
		Time	1 Hr
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 2.4km has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 2.4km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

This whole walk, 2.4km has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 2.4km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 2.4km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 2.4km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Geebung Track walk starts at the Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr (gps: -33.195424, 151.60157)
Your main transport option to Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

The Geebung Track ends at the Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd (gps: -33.194166, 151.61786)
Your main transport option to Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

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Munmorah Coast Track

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Munmorah Coast Track

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Starting from Campbell Dr, this walk follows the Geebung and Grass Tree tracks to Frazer Beach, with an optional sidetrip to Wybung Head. Geebung Track leads you through the low heath and past a few sweeping ocean views, and great wildflower displays in spring and summer. The side trip to Wybung Head follows a dirt road, and the views are well worth the detour. Grass Tree Track is overgrown and unclear in places, making its way down to Frazer Beach.* This walk passes through very remote areas and sections have no visible track. At least one person in your group should have training and experience in off track walking and navigation. Even with these notes and a GPS these extra skills and equipment are required.

(0km) Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr → Birdie Beach View

1.7 km
29 mins
60m
-5m

Moderate track

Birdie Beach View

(1.67km) Birdie Beach View → Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd

690 m
12 mins
32m
-5m

Moderate track

(2.35km) Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd → Upper end of Grass Tree Track

50 m
1 mins
0m
0m

Very easy

Veer right: From the car park and turning circle, this walk heads north-east (towards the ocean) along the road[19]. After 60m, just before the right-hand bend, this walk comes to an intersection with the faint ‘Grass Tree Track’ on the left[20], just as the heath becomes taller.

(2.41km) Upper end of Grass Tree Track → Tip of Wybung Head

790 m
15 mins
1m
-74m

Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk heads downhill, towards the ocean along Wybung Head Rd. Soon after passing a sweeping right-hand bend, the walk come to a car park and the end of Wybung Head Rd, signposted ‘Wybung Head’[21].
Continue straight: From the locked gate at the car park[22] (at the end of Wybung Head Rd), this walk heads downhill along the management trail. The trail soon passes a track (on the left, that leads to the whale watching area), and continues downhill along the wide trail to find the grand ocean views[23]. The trail then bends left and passes along the top of an unfenced cliff[24]. As the trail flattens out, it passes a grassy clearing and ends on the narrow saddle[25], with views up and down the coast.
Continue straight: From the narrow saddle, this walk follows the narrower track towards the ocean along middle of the headland[26]. The track leads up a small rise and through some heath, to then suddenly open up at the top of an unfenced cliff and view across the ocean[27]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.

Wybung Head

Wybung Head is distinct headland found at the end of Wybung Head Rd, and provides great views up[28] and down[29] the coast. Wybung is a local Aboriginal word meaning ‘Dangerous Sea’. The narrow headland has sheer unfenced cliffs all around, and sweeping views of the ocean. There is no shade, or protection from the wind. A great spot to enjoy the pounding sea.

(2.41km) Upper end of Grass Tree Track → Bongon Lagoon

740 m
16 mins
1m
-89m

Experienced only

Veer left: From the intersection (60m east of the turning area at the top of Geebung Trail[31]), this walk follows the faint Grass Tree track north over a small rise and through the dense vegetation[32]. Soon the vegetation become shorter and the distant ocean views return[33]. The track is flat for a while, then starts to head down the ridge. In places, the track is quiet eroded[34] and a few parallel tracks have formed (please try to follows the main track). As the track approaches the beach, it enters a forest of taller trees[35] and then leads to the sandy Frazer Beach, just at the bottom end of Bongon Lagoon (on the left)[36].

Frazer Beach

Frazer Beach is a 650m-wide sandy beach, facing south-east. The beach is a popular swimming area with a patrol service provided during Christmas, Easter and April School Holidays. The back of the beach is home to Bongon Lagoon[38]. Up the hill near the road is a large car park[39], several picnic tables[40], an amenities block[41] (with shower[42] and toilets[43]), an emergency phone[44] and Frazer camping ground. There is limited natural shade, but the beach is a interesting place to explore and relax.

(3.15km) Bongon Lagoon → Frazer Beach Picnic Area

130 m
2 mins
3m
0m

Unknow grade

Frazer Beach Picnic Area

Frazer Beach Picnic Area is found at the end of Frazer Beach Rd. There is a great view[47] over the the beach and out to sea. There are a couple of sheltered tables[48] and more unsheltered tables, as well as direct access to the beach down the stairs. An amenities block[49] is just above the upper car park, as well as an emergency telephone[50].

Maps for the Munmorah Coast Track walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Munmorah Coast Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Munmorah Coast Track

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	3.3 km
		Time	1 hr 30 mins
		.
Grade 5/6 Experienced only	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Rough unclear track (5/6)
		Signs	No directional signs (5/6)
		Experience Required	Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
		Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

2.5km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 740m has short steep hills. The remaining (55m) is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

2.5km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 740m follows a rough unclear track. The remaining (55m) follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

2.4km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection and another 740m Has no directional signs. The remaining (180m) is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

2.4km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience and another 740m requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience. The remaining (180m) requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 2.4km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 740m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 3.1km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 180m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Munmorah Coast Track walk starts at the Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr (gps: -33.195424, 151.60157)
Your main transport option to Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

The Munmorah Coast Track ends at the Frazer Beach Picnic Area (gps: -33.187821, 151.62196)
Your main transport option to Frazer Beach Picnic Area is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

https://www.wildwalks.com/wildwalks_custom/includes/walk_fire_danger.php?walkid=nsw-munmorsca-mct
Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

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Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track)

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Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track)

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This walk follows the Geebung Track to the sweeping views of Birdie Beach. From Campbell Dr, you will follow a management trail down to a creek where the Geebung Track narrows and winds through the heath to the top of the hill, where there is a view to Birdie Beach. The views south along Birdie Beach are good and extend over Bird Island to Norah Head. This walk is especially worthwhile in spring when the wildflowers are in bloom (although you will still see wildflowers for much of summer).

(0km) Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr → Birdie Beach View

1.7 km
29 mins
60m
-5m

Moderate track

Birdie Beach View

Maps for the Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track) walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track) bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track)

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	3.3 km
		Time	1 hr 15 mins
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 1.7km has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 1.7km follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

This whole walk, 1.7km has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 1.7km requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 1.7km is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 1.7km has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Campbell Dr to Birdie Beach View (Geebung Track) walk starts and ends at the Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr (gps: -33.195424, 151.60157)
Your main transport option to Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

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Campbell Drive to Snapper Point

And Walk

Campbell Drive to Snapper Point

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This walk follows the Coast Track to Frazer Beach, along the Geebung and (overgrown) Grass Tree Tracks. From the northern end of Frazer Beach, the walk heads across the exposed rockshelf to Snapper Point Beach, then on to Snapper Point (consider tide and sea conditions before setting out). From Snapper Point, there are more great ocean views and a lookout which views a large sea cave. If you have extra time, the side trip to Wybung Head is worth the effort. A very diverse walk exploring many of the highlights in the park.* This walk passes through very remote areas and sections have no visible track. At least one person in your group should have training and experience in off track walking and navigation. Even with these notes and a GPS these extra skills and equipment are required.

(0km) Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr → Birdie Beach View

1.7 km
29 mins
60m
-5m

Moderate track

Birdie Beach View

(1.67km) Birdie Beach View → Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd

690 m
12 mins
32m
-5m

Moderate track

(2.35km) Int of Geebung Track and Wybung Head Rd → Upper end of Grass Tree Track

50 m
1 mins
0m
0m

Very easy

(2.41km) Upper end of Grass Tree Track → Tip of Wybung Head

790 m
15 mins
1m
-74m

Moderate track

Wybung Head

(2.41km) Upper end of Grass Tree Track → Bongon Lagoon

740 m
16 mins
1m
-89m

Experienced only

Frazer Beach

Frazer Beach is a 650m-wide sandy beach, facing south-east. The beach is a popular swimming area with a patrol service provided during Christmas, Easter and April School Holidays. The back of the beach is home to Bongon Lagoon[38]. Up the hill near the road is a large car park[39], several picnic tables[40], an amenities block[41] (with shower[42] and toilets[43]), an emergency phone[44] and Frazer camping ground. There is limited natural shade, but the beach is a interesting place to explore and relax.

(3.15km) Bongon Lagoon → Frazer Beach Picnic Area

130 m
2 mins
3m
0m

Unknow grade

(3.27km) Frazer Beach Picnic Area → Frazer Beach Camping Ground

180 m
4 mins
8m
-1m

Unknow grade

Veer left: From the picnic area, this walk heads uphill across the grass, past to the upper car park, keeping the beach to the right. The walk then follows the road (passing the toilet block) through the scrub and soon comes to the signposted ‘Frazer Beach Camping Area’[47].

Frazer camping ground

A nice and quite campsite within a short walk of Bongon Lagoon, Fazer Beach and some nice sand dunes. A a nice base camp for those who like ocean fishing. Water is from a bore. Groups of more than 8 are required to fill in a group booking form which can be obtained through the booking office. Campsites are right next to the car park. A 100m walk to the amenities block with flush toilets and cold showers. There is also an emergency phone in front of the amenities block.

(3.45km) Frazer Beach Camping Ground → Northern end of Frazer Beach

70 m
2 mins
0m
-9m

Moderate track

Turn right: From the information sign[48] at the bottom of Frazer Beach Camping Area[49], this walk follows the concrete track down the hill towards the beach. The walk then heads down a timber stair case and along the sandy track[50], coming to the northern end of Frazer Beach.

(3.52km) Northern end of Frazer Beach → Snapper Point Beach

370 m
7 mins
13m
-9m

Experienced only

Veer left: From the northern end of Frazer Beach, this walk crosses the sand to the rock platform at the water’s edge[51]. This next section of the walk is only passable during low tide and low seas. Here, the walk follows the rock platform around the small headland for about 200m[52] (climbing too high, the rock becomes very steep). The platform[53] soon leads to the small Snapper Point Beach.

Snapper Point Beach

Snapper Point Beach is an informally named beach, just north of Frazer Beach and south of Snapper Point. The deep[54] south-west facing sandy beach has a rock platform either side[55][56]. Some rusted rubbish has washed up on the beach[57] but otherwise the beach feels remote and secluded. Access to the beach is possible along the rocky shore line, but only during low tides and low seas.

(3.9km) Snapper Point Beach → Snapper Point Beach Buoy

110 m
2 mins
2m
-4m

Experienced only

Turn right: From the beach, this walk follows the rock shelf south, keeping the water to the right[58]. The rock shelf is only passable during low tide and low seas. The walk soon follows a short track to find an intersection marked with a red housing, holding a life buoy[59].

(4km) Snapper Point Beach Buoy → Life Buoy Sign

100 m
2 mins
13m
-1m

Moderate track

Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk follows the track through the grassy section up the hill(away from the beach), keeping the water to the right[60]. The track keeps back from the cliff and soon comes to a ‘Life Buoys – 100m’ arrow[61] pointing back down the hill.

(4.11km) Life Buoy Sign → Snapper Point Memorial

30 m
1 mins
0m
-1m

Moderate track

Veer right: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Life Buoys – 60m’ arrow[62], keeping the ocean to the right. The rocky track soon leads to a concrete pillar and memorial to people who lost their lives here[63]. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.

Snapper Point Memorial

Snapper Point is located north-east of Frazer Beach and is home to a memorial to 7 lives lost on this point in the ten years before 1979 (when the plaque was placed)[64]. Since then, three more names have been added to the memorial[65]. Please heed the warning and avoid your name appearing here. Snapper Point is a popular rock fishing spot, with a large flat platform providing great panoramic views of the ocean. A ‘Life Buoy’ sign[66] points to two nearby floatation aids if needed.

(4.11km) Life Buoy Sign → Snapper Point car park

110 m
2 mins
3m
-1m

Easy track

Turn left: From the sign, this walk follows the wide management trail away from the face of the sign and the water, into the heath[67]. The trail soon leads around a locked gate to a car park at the end of Snapper Point Rd[68].

Snapper Point Cave Lookout

The Snapper Point Cave Lookout[69] is on the northern side of Snapper Point car park (at the end of Snapper Point Rd). The fenced lookout[70] enjoys views over a large inlet with a Frazer Blowhole and the large sea cave[71]. The cave was mined for pebbles during 1975/76. Now protected as part of the State Conservation Area, the cave and this inlet stands as a monument to the struggle of power between the sea and the rocks.

Maps for the Campbell Drive to Snapper Point walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Campbell Drive to Snapper Point bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Campbell Drive to Snapper Point

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	4.2 km
		Time	1 hr 45 mins
		.
Grade 5/6 Experienced only	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Rough unclear track (5/6)
		Signs	No directional signs (5/6)
		Experience Required	High level of bushwalking experience recommended (5/6)
		Weather	Forecast, unforecast storms and severe weather likely to have an impact on your navigation and safety (5/6)
		Infrastructure	Limited facilities, not all cliffs are fenced (3/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

2.6km of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps and another 1.3km has short steep hills. The remaining (340m) is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

2.8km of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 1.2km follows a rough unclear track. Whilst another 100m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles and the remaining 55m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

2.5km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection and another 1.2km Has no directional signs. The remaining (540m) is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

2.5km of this walk requires some bushwalking experience and another 740m requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience. Whilst another 540m requires no previous bushwalking experience and the remaining 480m requires a leader with a high level of bushwalking experience.

weather

2.6km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation) and another 840m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety. The remaining (480m) forecast, unforecast storms and severe weather likely to have an impact on your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 3.6km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced), whilst the remaining 640m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Campbell Drive to Snapper Point walk starts at the Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr (gps: -33.195424, 151.60157)
Your main transport option to Int of Geebung Track and Campbell Dr is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

The Campbell Drive to Snapper Point ends at the Snapper Point car park (gps: -33.18624, 151.62793)
Your main transport option to Snapper Point car park is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

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Wybung Head whale viewing area

And Walk

Wybung Head whale viewing area

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(0km) Wybung Head car park → Whale watching area

70 m
2 mins
0m
-9m

Easy track

Wybung Whale Watching Area

Maps for the Wybung Head whale viewing area walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Wybung Head whale viewing area bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Wybung Head whale viewing area

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	142 m
		Time	5 mins
		.
Grade 2/6 Easy track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
		Quality of track	Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
		Signs	Clearly signposted (1/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 70m has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 70m follows a clear and well formed track or trail.

Signs

This whole walk, 70m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 70m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 70m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 70m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Wybung Head whale viewing area walk starts and ends at the Wybung Head car park (gps: -33.196221, 151.62127)
Your main transport option to Wybung Head car park is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

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Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout

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Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout

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(0km) Tea Tree car park → Tea Tree car park information sign

10 m
0m
0m

Very easy

From Tea Tree car park

[Parking]

(at the end of Birdie Beach Drive, Lake Munmorah), this walk heads[1] between the timber bollards

[Pinch Point]

to the large and sheltered ‘Visitor Information’ sign[2] and seat

[Seat]

(at the back). There is a parking pay station machine[3] (1.4m high buttons) to the right.

(0.01km) Tea Tree car park information sign → Tea Tree Picnic area

30 m
0m
0m

Easy track

Turn right: From the large ‘Visitor Information’ sheltered sign[4], this walk leads gently downhill over the grass[5] (keeping the car park and road to the right), past the outdoor shower[6] to the visible picnic area shelter and seats. At the end of this side trip, retrace your steps back to the main walk then Turn right.

Tea Tree Picnic area

Tea Tree Picnic area is near the end of Birdie Beach Rd in Munmorah State Conservation Area. There are two BBQs

[Bbq]

in a shelter[7] and a 4 picnic tables

[Picnic Table]

, and tap water

[Potable Water]

. An information sign[8] markes the start of a track, leading to a lookout and to Birdie Beach. The grass is usually short and the ground well packed, although gently sloping and uneven in places. There is limited shade, but the heath provides fair protection from the afternoon sea breeze. A quiet picnic area, great if visiting the beach. (There is a toilet a short drive away at the main Birdie Beach car park).

(0.01km) Tea Tree car park information sign → Bird Island Lookout

60 m
1 mins
0m
-3m

Very easy

Continue straight: From behind the ‘Visitor Information’ sign[9]

[Seat]

, this walk follows the firm gravel track directly away from the car park[10] (towards the ocean) for about 50m to pass the ‘Seabird Survival’ information sign[11] and find the start of the boardwalk. The walk continues along the timber boardwalk for just shy of 15m to find an intersection (with a boardwalk on the right) and the fenced, un-signposted lookout[12].

Bird Island Lookout

Near Tea Tree Picnic area[13], this lookout provides a great view over Birdie Beach. Looking left is the northern end of Birdie Beach and Red Ochre Beach[14] (a clothing optional beach). Looking right, there is a view further down Birdie Beach and out to Bird Island[16]. The lookout has a timber ramp leading up to the (1m high[17]) fenced[18], raised platform (4×3.6m).

Maps for the Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout

Accessibility summary information for the Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout

Parking: There are 0 designated accessible parking areas on this walk.

Toilets: There are 0 designated accessible toilets on this walk.

Seats: There are 1 places to sit on this walk.

Hazards: There are 0 specific noteable accessability related hazards on this walk.

Accessibility Details

1 Parking

There are about 25 car parking bays. No signposted mobility parking bays. The parking area is asphalt, and each bay is ~2.5m wide and 5.2m deep.
This is found 0m into this walk at -33.205825866124,151.60274505615
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Found 0m into this walk

2 Picnic Table

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 85cm high, 92cm deep and 2.1m wide. The seats are 50cm high, 31cm deep and 2.1m wide (no backrest).
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.206036823249,151.60230785608
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Found 10m into this walk

3 Pinch Point

Timber bollard pinch points around the edge of the carpark. The gap between the bollards are 1.3m, they are 86cm high.
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.205915635176,151.602730304
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Found 10m into this walk

4 Picnic Table

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 85cm high, 75cm deep and 1.5m wide. The seats are 52cm high, 23cm deep and 1.5m wide (no backrest). The table is on a 2.9x4m concrete slab.
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.206055899135,151.60245537758
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Found 10m into this walk

5 Bbq

Two free electric BBQs on a sheltered concrete slab 4x3m. The BBQ table is 93cm high, 2.1m wide and 75cm deep. Hot plates are 72/72cm. There is a gap of 90cm on the side and 80cm at the back of the BBQ.
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.206076097126,151.60253718495
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Found 10m into this walk

6 Potable Water

Drinking water tap on side of BBQ shelter. Tap handle is 60cm from the ground.
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.206052532802,151.60256668925
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Found 10m into this walk

7 Seat

A timber slat bench seat, 55cm high, 35cm deep and 1.8m wide with a 41cm high backrest. The seat is on a concrete slab behind an information sign with limited shelter.
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.205944810098,151.6028188169
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Found 10m into this walk

8 Picnic Table

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 82cm high, 92cm deep and 2.1m wide. The seats are 50cm high, 31cm deep and 2.1m wide (no backrest). The table is on uneven ground.
This is found 10m into this walk at -33.206180453341,151.60232260823
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Found 10m into this walk

9 Picnic Table

A timber slat picnic table and bench seats. The table is 82cm high, 75cm deep and 1.5m wide. The seats are 49cm high, 23cm deep and 1.5m wide (no backrest). The table is on a 2.9x4m concrete slab.
This is found 20m into this walk at -33.206072730795,151.60263642669
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Found 20m into this walk

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	136 m
		Time	3 mins
		.
Grade 1/6 Very easy	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Flat, no steps (1/6)
		Quality of track	Smooth and hardened path (1/6)
		Signs	Clearly signposted (1/6)
		Experience Required	No experience required (1/6)
		Weather	Weather generally has little impact on safety (1/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

This whole walk, 70m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 70m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

This whole walk, 70m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 70m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 70m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 70m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout walk starts and ends at the Tea Tree car park (gps: -33.20585, 151.60275)
Your main transport option to Tea Tree car park is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
(get details)

Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

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Snapper Point

And Walk

Snapper Point

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Snapper Point Cave Lookout

The Snapper Point Cave Lookout[1] is on the northern side of Snapper Point car park (at the end of Snapper Point Rd). The fenced lookout[2] enjoys views over a large inlet with a Frazer Blowhole and the large sea cave[3]. The cave was mined for pebbles during 1975/76. Now protected as part of the State Conservation Area, the cave and this inlet stands as a monument to the struggle of power between the sea and the rocks.

(0km) Snapper Point car park → Life Buoy Sign

110 m
2 mins
1m
-3m

Easy track

From the Snapper Point car park (at the end of Snapper Point Rd), this walk heads around the locked metal gate[5] and follows the wide management trail lined with thick heath. The trail soon bends right and comes to a grassy clearing with wide ocean views (with Frazer Beach to the right) and a ‘Life Buoys’ sign[6].

(0.11km) Life Buoy Sign → Snapper Point Memorial

30 m
1 mins
0m
-1m

Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Life Buoys – 60m’ arrow[7], keeping the ocean to the right. The rocky track soon leads to a concrete pillar and memorial to people who lost their lives here[8].

Snapper Point Memorial

Snapper Point is located north-east of Frazer Beach and is home to a memorial to 7 lives lost on this point in the ten years before 1979 (when the plaque was placed)[9]. Since then, three more names have been added to the memorial[10]. Please heed the warning and avoid your name appearing here. Snapper Point is a popular rock fishing spot, with a large flat platform providing great panoramic views of the ocean. A ‘Life Buoy’ sign[11] points to two nearby floatation aids if needed.

Maps for the Snapper Point walk

You can download the PDF for this walk to print a map.
These maps below cover the walk and the wider area around the walk, they are worth carrying for safety reasons.

Catherine Hill Bay	1:25 000 Map Series	92314S CATHERINE HILL BAY	NSW-92314S
Lake Macquarie	1:100 000 Map Series	9231 LAKE MACQUARIE	9231

Cross sectional view of the Snapper Point bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Snapper Point

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.

		Length	280 m
		Time	10 mins
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Gentle hills with occasional steps (2/6)
		Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
		Signs	Directional signs along the way (3/6)
		Experience Required	Some bushwalking experience recommended (3/6)
		Weather	Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6)
		Infrastructure	Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (1/6)

Some more details of this walks Grading

Here is a bit more details explaining grading looking at sections of the walk

Gradient

Around 110m of this walk is flat with no steps, whilst the remaining 35m has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

Around 110m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 35m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

Around 110m of this walk is clearly signposted, whilst the remaining 35m has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

Around 110m of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience, whilst the remaining 35m requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

Around 110m of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 35m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 140m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Snapper Point walk starts and ends at the Snapper Point car park (gps: -33.18624, 151.62793)
Your main transport option to Snapper Point car park is by;
Car. A park entry fee is required for driving into the park.
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Fire Danger

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Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information.

Weather Forest

This walk starts in the Hunter weather district always check the formal BOM forecast or pdf before starting your walk.

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Park Information & Alerts

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And Walk

Wybung Head

(0km) Wybung Head car park → Whale watching area

Easy track

Wybung Whale Watching Area

(0km) Wybung Head car park → Wybung Head clearing

Moderate track

(0.28km) Wybung Head clearing → Tip of Wybung Head

Moderate track

Wybung Head

Maps for the Wybung Head walk

Cross sectional view of the Wybung Head bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Wybung Head

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

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Experience Required

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Fire Danger

Weather Forest

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Grass Tree Track

(0km) Upper end of Grass Tree Track → Bongon Lagoon

Experienced only

Frazer Beach

(0.74km) Bongon Lagoon → Frazer Beach Picnic Area

Unknow grade

Frazer Beach Picnic Area

Maps for the Grass Tree Track walk

Cross sectional view of the Grass Tree Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Grass Tree Track

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

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Experience Required

weather

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Fire Danger

Weather Forest

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Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach

Freemans camping ground

(0km) Freemans camping ground → Birdie Beach car park bridge

Very easy

Birdie Beach car park

(0.41km) Birdie Beach car park bridge → North Birdie Beach

Easy track

Birdie Beach

Maps for the Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach walk

Cross sectional view of the Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Freemans camping area to Birdie Beach

Overview of this walks grade – based on the AS 2156.1 – 2001

Some more details of this walks Grading

Gradient

Quality of track

Signs

Experience Required

weather

Infrastructure

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Fire Danger

Weather Forest

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