Nelson Bay Attractions

 

Dutchmans Beach - Nelson Bay

A gorgeous white sandy beach surrounded by casuarina and eucalyptus trees. A very secluded spot with gentle waters making it a popular beach with families. Plenty of shaded picnic areas and both elect more...

Fly Point Halifax Park Aquatic Reserve - Nelson Bay

The Fly Point-Halifax Park Aquatic Reserve was declared in January 1983. This reserve lies between Fly Point and Nelson Head, it extends from the mean high watermark to 500 metres off shore. A small more...

Gan Gan Lookout - Nelson Bay

Gan Gan Hill is Port Stephens' highest and most accessible lookout. From a height of 160 metres one can see commanding views of the whole of Port Stephens, right through to Newcastle in the south and more...

Nelson Bay Craft Markets - Nelson Bay

The markets are in the park next to the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre. Various types of handicraft stalls including art and pottery plus plants, and cakes. Picnic areas including wood barbecue more...

Nelson Bay Heritage Walk - Nelson Bay

This scenic walk highlights 40 historical sites between Dutchman's Bay and Little Beach, including part of the original gravel road from Newcastle and the towns first cemetery with Chinese fisherman' more...

Nelson Head Inner Lighthouse - Nelson Bay

Multiple Heritage Award Winner! The Reserve: Nelson Head Lighthouse Cottage and Rescue Station Reserve, nestling within its white picket fence, is situated on a lawned headland that rises some 53 m more...

Port Stephens Native Flora Garden - Nelson Bay

Located at the crest of Fly Point Park, the Native Flora Gardens are tended by volunteer community members with the help of Ngioka Centre staff. The gardens have local and other Australian native flo more...

Toboggan Hill Park - Nelson Bay

Toboggan run is set in 14 hectares of natural bushland. 50 toboggans on wheels. Powerful brakes to control speed. Maximum speed is approximately 40km/h. Capacity for 600 runs per hour. more...