Campbell Drive to Snapper Point

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Campbell Drive to Snapper Point

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

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).

(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

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[46].

(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.
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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.
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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.

Forecast snapshot

Park Information & Alerts

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Wybung Head whale viewing area

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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

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.

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

https://www.wildwalks.com/wildwalks_custom/includes/walk_fire_danger.php?walkid=nsw-munmorsca-whwva
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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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

https://www.wildwalks.com/wildwalks_custom/includes/walk_fire_danger.php?walkid=nsw-munmorsca-ttpatbil
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

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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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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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Tea Tree Picnic Area to Birdie Beach

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Tea Tree Picnic Area to Birdie Beach

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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

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]

(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]

Bird Island Lookout

(0.07km) Bird Island Lookout → Birdie Beach (Tea Tree picnic area track)

150 m
3 mins
0m
-15m

Easy track

Turn right: From the lookout[19], this walk follows the boardwalk ramp downhill towards the water[20]. The boardwalk leads down some stairs[21] and steps to a sand dune[22]. Here, the walk follows the sand to the shoreline of Birdie Beach[23] (with Bird Island just to the right).

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 Tea Tree Picnic 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 Tea Tree Picnic Area to Birdie Beach bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Tea Tree Picnic 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	444 m
		Time	10 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

Around 150m of this walk has gentle hills with occasional steps, whilst the remaining 70m is flat with no steps.

Quality of track

Around 150m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail, whilst the remaining 70m follows a smooth and hardened path.

Signs

This whole walk, 220m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 220m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 220m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 220m 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 Birdie Beach 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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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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Palm Tree Circuit Track

And Walk

Palm Tree Circuit Track

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The Palms Picnic Area

The Palms Picnic Area is found nestled among the palm trees[1], 140m along Frazer Beach Rd from Campbell Dr. From the small car park, a short path leads over a small arched timber bridge to the picnic area[2]. There are two BBQs[3] under a shelter[4] and a couple of picnic tables. There is also a garbage and recycling bin. A good spot to enjoy the cool shaded forest and the picnic facilities. A sign[5] also gives some information on the Palms Tree Circuit Track that starts here.

(0km) The Palms Picnic Area → Opening Up intersection

310 m
8 mins
33m
0m

Moderate track

From the back of the Palms Picnic area[6] (140m along Frazer Beach Rd from Campbell Dr), this walk follows the arrow post[7] from behind the ‘Palm Tree Circuit Track’ information sign[8]. The narrow track goes between the fence posts and through a tall palm forest, passing a ‘Closed Forest’ information sign[9]. The walk crosses a small timber bridge[10] and turns left, soon crossing a small creek[11]. The track then starts to climb up the hill and leads to a three-way intersection marked with an ‘Opening Up’ information sign[12].

(0.31km) Opening Up intersection → The Palms Picnic Area

300 m
7 mins
4m
-38m

Moderate track

Turn left: From the intersection, with the ‘Opening Up’ sign on the left[13], this walk follows the arrow post along the track and down the hill through the dry forest. As the track winds down the hill, it passes a ‘Dinosaur Plants’ sign (next to a good example of a Cycad)[14] then a sign pointing to ‘The Palms Picnic Area’[15]. The track heads through the moister palm and fern forest to come to the back of the Palms Picnic Area a short time later[16].

Maps for the Palm Tree Circuit 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 Palm Tree Circuit Track bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Palm Tree Circuit 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	609 m
		Time	20 mins
		.
Grade 3/6 Moderate track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Short steep hills (3/6)
		Quality of track	Formed track, with some branches and other obstacles (3/6)
		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, 610m has short steep hills.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 610m follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

This whole walk, 610m is clearly signposted.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 610m requires no previous bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 610m is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation).

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 610m is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Palm Tree Circuit Track walk starts and ends at the The Palms Picnic Area (gps: -33.184725, 151.61718)
Your main transport option to The Palms 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.

Forecast snapshot

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Snapper Point Beach

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Snapper Point Beach

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Snapper Point Beach is an informal name for the small beach between Frazer Beach and Snapper Point. This walk starts from the great views of the sea cave and leads out to Snapper Point. Here, the walk turns right and follows the shore to the lifebuoy, then across the rocks to the secluded beach. The high grade on this walk is due to the risk associated with walking on the rock ledge, please take care. The notes mention an alternate route that can be used as a shortcut back to the car 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.

Snapper Point Cave Lookout

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

110 m
2 mins
1m
-3m

Easy track

(0.11km) Life Buoy Sign → Snapper Point Memorial

30 m
1 mins
0m
-1m

Moderate track

Snapper Point Memorial

(0.11km) Life Buoy Sign → Snapper Point Beach Buoy

100 m
2 mins
1m
-13m

Moderate track

Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the ‘Life Buoys – 100m’ arrow[12], keeping the ocean to the left. The track leads back from the cliff and follows the shore, coming to an intersection marked by a red housing, holding a life buoy[13].

(0.21km) Snapper Point Beach Buoy → Snapper Point car park

120 m
3 mins
14m
0m

Moderate track

Turn sharp right: From the intersection and life buoy[14], this walk heads straight up the hill, away from the water, following a narrow track that soon leads into the heath[15]. The track winds through the heath and up a few steps[16] then passes around a locked gate to the Snapper Point car park[17].

(0.21km) Snapper Point Beach Buoy → Snapper Point Beach

110 m
2 mins
4m
-2m

Experienced only

Continue straight: From the intersection and life buoy, this walk heads down to the rocky shoreline, then along to the nearby beach[18], keeping the water to the left. This section of the walk is only passable during low tide and low seas.

Snapper Point Beach

Snapper Point Beach is an informally named beach, just north of Frazer Beach and south of Snapper Point. The deep[19] south-west facing sandy beach has a rock platform either side[20][21]. Some rusted rubbish has washed up on the beach[22] 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.

Maps for the Snapper Point 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 Snapper Point Beach bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Snapper Point 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	630 m
		Time	15 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

110m of this walk is flat with no steps and another 110m has short steep hills. The remaining (100m) has gentle hills with occasional steps.

Quality of track

110m of this walk follows a clear and well formed track or trail and another 110m follows a rough unclear track. The remaining (100m) follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles.

Signs

110m of this walk is clearly signposted and another 110m Has no directional signs. The remaining (100m) has directional signs at most intersection.

Experience Required

110m of this walk requires no previous bushwalking experience and another 110m requires a leader with a high level of bushwalking experience. The remaining (100m) requires some bushwalking experience.

weather

110m of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation) and another 110m forecast, unforecast storms and severe weather likely to have an impact on your navigation and safety. The remaining (100m) is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

Around 210m of this walk is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats), whilst the remaining 110m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Snapper Point Beach 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.
(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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Timber Beach

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Timber Beach

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Timber Beach Lookout

Timber Beach Lookout is found at the end of a small side road, about 470m from the start of the dirt road on Snapper Point Rd. The unsignposted lookout is in the corner of the car park and looks north-east. Ironically, there is no view of Timber Beach, but good views over the top of the bay to Ghosties Beach and Flat Island[2].

(0km) Timber Beach Lookout → Timber Beach

380 m
9 mins
0m
-67m

Hard track

From the north-eastern corner of the car park, this walk heads between the timber posts and follows the eroded track downhill, heading towards Flat Island[3] (the low headland to the north-east). The track leads down, following the top of the ridge and, after about 160m, turns left[4]. After a further 170m, the walk comes to a clearing[5], where it follows the track just to the left for another 60m before coming to the rocky gully behind Timber Beach[6].

Timber Beach

Timber Beach is a small, narrow and sandy beach wedged between three cliffs. The beach faces south-east and is accessed by a track from Timber Beach lookout. Access to the actual beach requires climbing down a several metre high, slippery rock wall, where the track meets the apex of the beach[7]. The small secluded beach is a lovely place to enjoy the ocean[8] and the carved rock formation[9].

Maps for the Timber 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 Timber Beach bushwalking track

Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the Timber 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	768 m
		Time	20 mins
		.
Grade 4/6 Hard track	AS 2156.1	Gradient	Very steep (4/6)
		Quality of track	Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6)
		Signs	Minimal directional signs (4/6)
		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

This whole walk, 380m is very steep.

Quality of track

This whole walk, 380m follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely.

Signs

This whole walk, 380m has minimal directional signs.

Experience Required

This whole walk, 380m requires a leader a with moderate level of bushwalking experience.

weather

This whole walk, 380m is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.

Infrastructure

This whole walk, 380m has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced).

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

The Timber Beach walk starts and ends at the Timber Beach Lookout (gps: -33.180641, 151.62515)
Your main transport option to Timber Beach Lookout 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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Wybung Head

And Walk

Wybung Head

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

70 m
2 mins
0m
-9m

Easy track

Wybung Whale Watching Area

(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.
(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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Grass Tree Track

And Walk

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

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.
(get details)

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

https://www.wildwalks.com/wildwalks_custom/includes/walk_fire_danger.php?walkid=nsw-munmorsca-gtt
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

https://www.wildwalks.com/wildwalks_custom/includes/walk_park_closure.php?walkid=nsw-munmorsca-gtt

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* KML (google earth file)
* GPX (GPS file)

And Walk

Campbell Drive to Snapper Point

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

Moderate track

Birdie Beach View

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

Moderate track

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

Very easy

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

Moderate track

Wybung Head

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

Experienced only

Frazer Beach

(3.15km) Bongon Lagoon → Frazer Beach Picnic Area

Unknow grade

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

Unknow grade

Frazer camping ground

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

Moderate track

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

Experienced only

Snapper Point Beach

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

Experienced only

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

Moderate track

(4.11km) Life Buoy Sign → Snapper Point Memorial

Moderate track

Snapper Point Memorial

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

Easy track

Snapper Point Cave Lookout

Maps for the Campbell Drive to Snapper Point walk

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

Some more details of this walks Grading

Gradient

Quality of track

Signs

Experience Required

weather

Infrastructure

Similar walks

Other Nearby walks

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

Fire Danger

Weather Forest

Park Information & Alerts

Comments

And Walk

Wybung Head whale viewing area

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

Easy track

Wybung Whale Watching Area

Maps for the Wybung Head whale viewing area walk

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

Some more details of this walks Grading

Gradient

Quality of track

Signs

Experience Required

weather

Infrastructure

Similar walks

Other Nearby walks

Plan your trip to and from the walk here

Fire Danger

Weather Forest

Park Information & Alerts

Comments

And Walk

Tea Tree Picnic Area to Bird Island Lookout

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

Very easy