Book in your next beachy with a trip to Port Macquarie, located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane on New South Wales’ breathtaking North Coast. Famous for its surf beaches, koala habitat and well-preserved convict past, Port Mac strikes the perfect balance between culture, nature and coast. Start planning with CamperMate, your online hub for caravan parks, campsites, RV rentals and travellers’ tips on the best things to do and see.
As well having some great cabins and campsites, Port Macquarie is a certified RV Friendly Town, so it’s the perfect destination for caravans and RV rentals. Compare and book campsites and accommodation in Port Macquarie on CamperMate.
Getting to Port Macquarie is half the fun when you’re on the road in a campervan! Take a long, scenic route from Sydney or Cairns, or a short jaunt from Brisbane or Coffs – we’ve got rental options from Australia’s leading brands right along the east coast.
If you’re after a combination of history, wildlife, beaches, rainforest and mountains on your next camping trip, you’re gonna love exploring Port Macquarie. Outdoor fun is always on the cards when you’re travelling to Port Macquarie, with the Hastings River on one side, mountains to the west, and no less than 17 surf beaches making up the coastline.
With so many beaches around, which one do you choose? For a great day in the sand with the family, head to Lake Cathie Beach or Flynns Beach. If you’ve got your dog along, Nobbys is the beach for you. Surfers can walk from the CBD to Town Beach for the best swell, while Oxley Beach and Shelly Beach are a couple of tucked-away gems perfect for beach-goers hoping to escape the crowds.
Plan enough time in town to wander among the heritage buildings that hark back to colonial times, and complete the 9km coastal walk which ends at the picturesque Tacking Point Lighthouse. The Hastings River is perfect for exploring by kayak, and the coastal lakes are also worth a look-in, such as Lake Innes or Queens Lake – perfect for sunset.
Animal and wildlife lovers are in for a treat in Port Macquarie, which is most famous for its koala population and rehabilitation centre, as well as seasonal migrating whales and wondrous marine life. A soundtrack of birdsong plays as you explore Port Mac’s neighbouring national parks and state forests, home to majestic waterfalls including the 200m Ellenborough Falls, one of Australia’s tallest.
CamperMate’s blog is chock-full of information and inspiration from our crew of traveling storytellers. From where to find the best surf breaks to hiking adventures in the mountains, you’ll find everything you need to plan your next escape.
The legacy of Australia’s early graziers and the relics of their lives are preserved along this 64km track which cuts deep into the gullies of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.
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