Lake Macquarie Conservation Area - Wangi Point, NSW, Australia
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Grahame Cookie
S 33° 04.799 E 151° 36.461
56H E 370047 N 6338984
This is a nice area to take a walk in, and while there is a Trig Point out here, it not yet a Waymark.
Waymark Code: WMXGNZ
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 01/10/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member BarbershopDru
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A 'general' description of the Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area (which covers 667 ha - including the other five sections) is:

This coastal and lake-shore forest area, spread over 16 km of foreshore in six sections around Lake Macquarie, forms and important habitat for kangaroos, wallabies, gliders and many birds. There are opportunities for picnicking, bushwalking, fishing and boating. Wangi Wangi Point (THIS Waymark) and Awaba Bay have established walking track networks, picnic areas and fishing spots and many areas are great for birdwatching.

If wanting to stay in the area, there is Wangi Point Holiday Park close by; phone (02) 4975 1889 for more information.

Access: Roughly 115 km north-east of Sydney, and 50 km north-east of Gosford, Wangi Point is accessed by Watkins Road and Dobell Drive.

Re-Visited: 1600 - 1630, Wednesday, 14 December, 2016
[First time: 1 December, 2013]
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 20 ha

Is there a trail system?: Yes

If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
1.8 km Loop: 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. Grade 3, compacted dirt, with steps.


What points of interest are there?:
Lake Macquarie views


What activities are available?:
Walking


Hours of accessibility?: 24/7

List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Potentially - 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.:
No


Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]

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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