The Coast walking track
Central Coast, NSW
Easy 3 km one-way clifftop walk in Wyrrabalong National Park between Bateau Bay and Forresters Beach, with whale watching from Crackneck lookout.
About this place
NPWS lists The Coast walking track as a 3 km one-way (about 6 km return) walk through a narrow strip of forest between Bateau Bay and Forresters Beach in Wyrrabalong National Park. Starting at Bateau Bay Beach picnic area, the path follows clifftops past blackbutt and spotted gum, with Crackneck Point lookout about 2 km south a winter whale-watching stop. Spring brings ground orchids and flannel flowers. Suggested time is 1 hr 15 min to 1 hr 45 min one way. Park hours are 5.30am to 8pm in daylight saving and 5.30am to 6pm the rest of the year.
Access & getting there
Start at Bateau Bay Beach picnic area or Crackneck Point lookout (Hilltop Street). Accessible parking at both. Walk one way and shuttle, or return the same track. No dogs. Park closed overnight.
Bateau Bay Beach picnic area, Bateau Bay NSW 2261, Wyrrabalong National Park
Safety notes
Unfenced cliff edges. Carry water and sun protection. Check park opening hours and alerts before you go.
Gear notes
Hat, sunscreen, drinking water, binoculars in whale season.
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