Known for its rock formations and rugged cliffs, this park backs onto a long and beautiful beach. A 4.8km (two-hour) loop track heads over the Diamond headland. The roads running through the park are unsealed and full of potholes, but the dappled light through the gum trees makes it a lovely drive. There is camping available at a few spots including the popular Diamond Head, Kylie's Hut and Crowdy Gap.


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1. Dooragan National Park

4.73 MILES

This little park immediately north of Crowdy Bay National Park and on the shores of Watson Taylor Lake is dominated by North Brother Mountain. A sealed…

2. Billabong Zoo Koala & Wildlife Park

18.62 MILES

Time your visit for the ‘koala patting’ (10.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm) at the park's koala-breeding centre. There are heaps of other Australian creatures –…

3. Lighthouse Beach

19.45 MILES

This beautiful 9km stretch of sand is perfect for lazy strolling. Time it for sunset when you can climb up to the Tacking Point Lighthouse for stunning…

4. Tacking Point Lighthouse

19.71 MILES

This little lighthouse (1879) commands a headland offering immense views along the coast. It’s a great spot from which to watch the waves roll in to long,…

5. Miners Beach

20.21 MILES

The rainforest runs down to the sand at this unofficial nudist beach.

6. Sea Acres Rainforest Centre

20.4 MILES

The 72-hectare pocket of Sea Acres National Park protects the state's largest and most diverse stand of coastal rainforest. At the Rainforest Centre you…

7. Shelly Beach

20.83 MILES

The rainforest runs down to the sand at this delightful beach and tidal lagoon.