Myall Lakes National Park Park

Coastal national park with lakes, wetlands, and beaches

Myall Lakes National Park comprises interconnected coastal lakes, dunes and islands on New South Wales' mid‑north coast-popular for kayaking, fishing, camping and birdwatching.

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Myall Lakes National Park at a Glance#

Address: Myall Lakes National Park, New South Wales, Australia

Website: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/myall-lakes-national-park

Hours: National parks are open year-round; visitor facilities (centres) operate seasonally - check NSW National Parks website for up-to-date hours

Admission: Vehicle entry fees may apply in NSW national park system; day-use fees variable

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How to Get to Myall Lakes National Park#

Drive from Newcastle (about 1.5-2 hours north) or Sydney (about 3-4 hours north). The park stretches from Hawks Nest to Seal Rocks; main access points include Bombah Point (north) and Myall Lakes Visitor Centre near Tea Gardens/Forster. Roads are a mix of sealed and unsealed; 2WD is generally fine for main entrances.

Tips for Visiting Myall Lakes National Park#

  • Hire a kayak or bring a small boat to explore the lakes' interior waterways - the best wildlife watching happens from the water.
  • Visit the Pelican Island area at dawn for birdlife; bottlenose dolphins are often visible near beaches and estuaries.
  • If staying overnight, reserve campsites at Smiths Lake or Boolambayte Bay well in advance during summer.

Best Time to Visit Myall Lakes National Park#

Myall Lakes is enjoyable year-round; spring and autumn are best for temperate weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak for water activities.

Spring
September-November · 15-25°C
Wildflowers, milder temperatures, ideal for walking and birdwatching.
Summer
December-February · 20-30°C
Warm weather for swimming, paddling and camping but expect more visitors and occasional storms.
Autumn
March-May · 15-25°C
Calmer waters and fewer bugs; good for boating and coastal walks.

Weather & Climate near Myall Lakes National Park#

Climate

Myall Lakes National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 8°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1186 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 19° - 26° 23° 114 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
February - 19° - 26° 23° 105 mm - - 4.4 m/s - -
March - 18° - 25° 22° 147 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
April - 15° - 23° 19° 113 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
May - 12° - 21° 16° 117 mm - - 3.3 m/s - -
June - 10° - 18° 14° 123 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
July - 8° - 17° 13° 80 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
August - 9° - 18° 14° 69 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
September - 11° - 21° 16° 65 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
October - 14° - 22° 18° 76 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
November - 16° - 24° 20° 92 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
December - 18° - 26° 22° 85 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -