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 Green Point Foreshore Reserve - Valentine, NSW, Australia
S 33° 01.445 E 151° 38.418
56H E 373012 N 6345222
This was once a colliery site, and with assistance of a LandCare group turned into a lovely parkland on the edge of Lake Macquarie, south of Newcastle.
Waymark Code: WMX9RB
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 12/13/2017
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The mine 'The Green Hills Coal Works' previously operated there. "The main car park is located off The Shores Way, Belmont. From here you can take a short easy walk called Centenary of Federation Heritage Trail. Suitable for all ages and approximately one hour return trip, the track is straight and flat making it ideal for families, prams and wheelchairs. Take time to read the historic markers along the way giving you insight into former local industries. Continue on until the track rises slightly arriving at Sea Eagle Park, a former gravel quarry which has been transformed into a picturesque grassy picnic area with amenities; free electric bbq’s, toilets, picnic tables, shelters and drinking water. Return is by the same path." ( visit link) Whatever your fitness level you could enjoy a stroll through here. Visited: 0820 - 0910, Friday, 16 September, 2016
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): ~ 100 acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
Mostly concreted, but there are some unmaintained dirt tracks that cut through (sometimes to geocaches)
http://wildwalks.com/bushwalking-and-hiking-in-nsw/green-point-lake-macquarie/the-green-point-walk.html
What points of interest are there?:
Overlooking Lake Macquarie (Australia's largest coastal salt water lagoon)
What activities are available?:
Walking, cycling
Photography
Picnicking
Hours of accessibility?: 24/7
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Summer - snakes
Dogs Allowed?: No
Is a permit/fee required?: No
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
None required
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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