Visitor Information Centre Attractions Moorland - Holiday Gold Coast

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Flat Rock lookout

Big Nellie Road, Lansdowne Forest ACT 2430
Flat Rock lookout has a tricky name. There's nothing flat about the 500m drop, though the sheer sides of the escarpment offer some of the most scenic views in the region. This beautiful rock formation is the remnant of a vast volcano that once dominated Comboyne Plateau to the west. A small fenced viewing platform opens out over sweeping ... Visit website for more info
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Starrs Creek picnic area

Starrs Creek Road, Lansdowne Forest ACT 2430
Starrs Creek picnic area is a terrific spot to settle down and enjoy the natural splendour of the rainforest, with light filtering through the canopy into a cool clearing. Bring a packed lunch and find a place to picnic right near the crystal clear perfection of the creek; picnic tables make this a convenient spot for families, though everybody ... Visit website for more info
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Big Nellie lookout and picnic area

Big Nellie Road, Lansdowne Forest ACT 2430
Big Nellie is one of the main attractions of Coorabakh National Park. It's an imposing rock plug that soars more than 500m above sea level, reminding visitors of an earlier time when the Australian landscape was still being created by volcanoes and earthquakes. The best place to see scenic Big Nellie is right near its base, where a handy ... Visit website for more info
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Newbys lookout

Newbys Creek Road, Lansdowne Forest ACT 2430
One of several great lookouts in Coorabakh National Park, Newbys lookout is perched on the edge of the sandstone Landsdowne escarpment, with stellar views over the flat expanse of Manning Valley. A wooden ramp leads up to the lookout, making it accessible to everyone. In the distance are blue hills and scattered settlements; closer at hand are beautiful forests ... Visit website for more info
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Coorabakh National Park

Coopernook Forest Way, Lansdowne Forest ACT 2430
Millions of years ago, volcanoes sculpted parts of the Australian mainland, leaving rocky plugs and dramatic escarpments as they faded and disappeared. Three of these volcanic intrusions can be seen in Coorabakh National Park, dominating the area: Big Nellie, Flat Nellie and Little Nellie. The Park contains a stunning and varied world of low shrubs and lofty eucalypt trees, ... Visit website for more info
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Coopernook Forest Park

Forest Road, Moorland NSW 2443
A favourite amongst caravan and campervan travellers, Coopernook Forest Park within Coopernook State Forest offers a free stopover and rest area for those seeking respite from highway travel. Halfway between Taree and Kew and just off the Pacific highway, picnic facilities and toilet amenities are available within a peaceful eucalypt forest environment. The Park also features flat, grassy fields perfect for camping or spending the night. Forest drives, bushwalking and biking are also popular activities for those visiting this area.
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Moorlands Cottage and Gallery

34 Hannam Vale Road, Moorland NSW 2443
Moorlands Cottage and Gallery is an art gallery selling beautiful pieces by local artists. They are located in the original Moorland bakehouse building. Just 20 minutes north of Taree, Moorlands is the gateway to the beautiful Coorabakh National Park and the Three Brothers Region. The cottage sits among extensive gardens. The cafe serves quality meals, light refreshments, and the 'best scones on the coast'. Local produce is also available for purchase. Bookings for groups over four people are essential. Tripadvisor "Certificate of Excellence" 2015 Winner.
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Tactical Paintball Games

Pacific Highway, (Opposite Tom Cat Creek Rest Area), Moorland NSW 2443
Tactical Paintball Games is located in Moorland, a town situated within the Three Brothers region of the Manning Valley. Moorland is approximately 15 minutes north of Taree on the Pacific Highway. This privately owned and operated attraction is on an all grassed area, built by Skirmish players and has a number of different playing fields. Each field was created with a theme in mind, so you can enjoy different scenarios and style of play. Groups, social days, and individuals are all catered for. Players must be over 16 to play and it is compulsory for all players to show identification.
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Stones Oysters Seafood

479 Harrington Road, Coopernook NSW 2426
Stones Oysters Seafood is conveniently located just three minutes off the Pacific Highway and 15 minutes north of Taree on the Harrington Road, near Cattai Creek. Come in and sample their fresh locally sourced oysters, prawns, lobsters, crab and fish. Stones Oysters Seafood specialise in fresh local Sydney rock oysters direct from their very own oyster leases. They can also provide fresh seafood trays and platters for your special event. Open for retail sales, wholesale and the general public.
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Rosies Cafe and Gallery

48 Johns River Road, Johns River NSW 2443
Rosies Cafe is becoming the definition of "rusticuisine"- locally grown, seasonally-based, good simple food prepared by Rosie's talented culinary evangelists, who source the majority of their ingredients from the Cafe's own kitchen gardens. When it comes to fresh produce Rosie's has embraced the concept of local in a very meaningful way. They have their very own Kitchen Gardens, 100% chemical and pesticide free. Rosie's gift shop is located within the Gallery area where you will find delightful and unique gifts as well as beautiful decorator pieces for the home. They also have an open air performance space featuring everything from stand up comedy to live music, poetry readings, pantomime, drama.
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Club Harrington

50 Beach Street, Harrington NSW 2427
Club Harrington (formerly Harrington Bowling Club) was established in the late 1950s. Situated on the banks of the Manning River, the club offers spectacular views of the river entrance and the Pacific Ocean. Besides being a lawn bowls club, the club host other social events like, bingo, trivia, raffles, members badge draws and fundraising community projects. All regular club services and facilities are available including bars, gaming machines, TAB and keno. Dine in a family friendly atmosphere at Steve's River Reflection restaurant which is open seven days for both lunch and dinner. Enjoy fine food with a spectacular view overlooking the water. The restaurant caters for all occasions. Check out the great wedding packages available. Coach groups are welcome.
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Harrington Beach

Crowdy Road, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach stretches from Harrington village to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head, and is part of the Harrington Beach State Park. This quiet beach location between the two villages is ideal for relaxing strolls and fishing opportunities. Harrington break wall is a very popular spot for fishing, walking, and taking in the views of the ocean. There is a fish cleaning facility conveniently located at the beginning of the break wall. The Harrington Lagoon is located off the beach area; it is a safe swimming spot for families and is very popular during the warmer months. Car parking is available at the lagoon area off Crowdy Road. A rainforest walk through to Harrington Lagoon is accessible from Crowdy Street, with parking facilities. 4WD vehicle access to Harrington Beach is just north of the Harrington Beach Holiday Park. Vehicles on Beach Permits are available at Ritchies Bait and Tackle.
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Harrington Beach State Park

Harrington Beach State Park, Harrington Road / Crowdy Street, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach State Park is situated on the New South Wales Mid North Coast and comprises lands surrounding and including the Manning River's northern entrance. The 431 hectare site stretches from Harrington to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head. The foreshores of the coastal beaches and estuary provide an array of year round recreation and tourism opportunities. The State Park also includes a small littoral rainforest that is accessible to the public.

Harrington Beach

Crowdy Head Road, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach stretches from Harrington village to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head, and is part of the Harrington Beach State Park. This quiet beach location between the two villages is ideal for relaxing strolls and fishing opportunities. Harrington break wall is a very popular spot for fishing, walking, and taking in the views of the ocean. There is a fish cleaning facility conveniently located at the beginning of the break wall. The Harrington Lagoon is located off the beach area; it is a safe swimming spot for families and is very popular during the warmer months. Car parking is available at the lagoon area off Crowdy Road. A rainforest walk through to Harrington Lagoon is accessible from Crowdy Street, with parking facilities. 4WD vehicle access to Harrington Beach is just north of the Harrington Beach Holiday Park. Vehicles on Beach Permits are available at Ritchies Bait and Tackle. ...

Stones Oysters Seafood

479 Harrington Road, Coopernook NSW 2426
Stones Oysters located along Harrington Road is renowned for having some of the freshest seafood and tastiest oysters on the coast. Their retail seafood outlet offers a great variety of produce cleaned and prepared for sale. Sydney Rock Oysters are our specialty, and they open oysters daily to ensure freshness. At their oyster farm, they have the best technology and process strategies at their disposal. They ensure that the oysters they cultivate are of the finest quality and fresh stock is ready to go. Stones Oysters specialise in fish and seafood platters for all occasions, so give them a call to discuss your needs. To find out more about the wide range of products they offer, don't hesitate to contact the friendly seafood professionals at Stones Oysters today. They won't be beaten when it comes to freshness. Open for retail sales, wholesale and to the general public ...

Johns River Country Markets

54-56 Johns River Road, Johns River NSW 2443
Come along to the grounds of Johns River Community Hall for the monthly markets. They are held on the second Saturday of the month. On display you will find a large range of stalls and old wares with home made items and excellent food, including the legendary Devonshire Tea or Coffee provided by the Trustees of the Community Hall. Easy level access and ample parking. All proceeds from food sales at the markets go back into the hall and facilities. They look forward to seeing you at the markets....

Cattai Wetlands

Spring Hill Road, Coopernook NSW 2426
Just north of Taree past the Harrington turn on Spring Hill road lives the award-winning Cattai Wetlands, a beautiful coastal wetland and hidden gem of the Manning Valley. Cattai Wetlands provide a sanctuary for over 180 species of birds, kangaroos, wallabies and regularly spotted Goanna's. The Wetlands has over two kilometres of walking track and a board walk viewing deck for avid bird watches. Take a picnic and enjoy the surrounds with covered picnic area available for use. The Cattai Wetlands are open to the public Friday to Monday 8am till 3pm and every day during NSW school holidays. Guided tours are available by appointment by calling Mid Coast Council....

Harrington Festival: John Gollan Day Celebrations!

Beach Street, Harrington NSW 2427
Each New Year's Day the town of Harrington celebrates John Gollan Day with family friendly entertainment including carnival rides, live music, markets stalls, food stalls and a model train expo at 10am in the Harrington bowling club. The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display from 9pm....
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Tactical Paintball Games

19716 Pacific Highway, Moorland NSW 2443
At Tactical Paintball Games we have created fields tailored for maximum enjoyment. Each one of their fields is created with a theme in mind, with ever changing games and fields, as they want you to enjoy different scenarios and different styles of play. Located in Moorland, just 25 north of Taree, Tactical Paintball Games is an all new paintball field for the Barrington Coast. Groups, social days, and individuals are all catered for. Players must be over 16 to play and it is compulsory for all players to show identification. ...
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Coopernook Forest HQ

Forest Road, Moorland NSW 2443
A favourite amongst caravan and campervan travellers, Coopernook Forest Rest Area within Coopernook State Forest offers a free stopover and rest area for those seeking respite from highway travel. Halfway between Taree and Kew and just off the Pacific highway, picnic facilities and toilet amenities are available within a peaceful eucalypt forest environment. Coopernook Forest Rest Area features flat, grassy fields perfect for camping or spending the night. Free electric Barbecues are available in the nearby picnic shelter area. And make sure you do the Tall Trees looped walking track, which offers the opportunity to view local bird and wildlife....
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Harrington Beach

Crowdy Head Road, Harrington NSW 2427
Harrington Beach stretches from Harrington village to the picturesque fishing village of Crowdy Head, and is part of the Harrington Beach State Park. This quiet beach location between the two villages is ideal for relaxing strolls and fishing opportunities. Harrington break wall is a very popular spot for fishing, walking, and taking in the views of the ocean. There is a fish cleaning facility conveniently located at the beginning of the break wall. The Harrington Lagoon is located off the beach area; it is a safe swimming spot for families and is very popular during the warmer months. Car parking is available at the lagoon area off Crowdy Road. A rainforest walk through to Harrington Lagoon is accessible from Crowdy Street, with parking facilities. 4WD vehicle access to Harrington Beach is just north of the Harrington Beach Holiday Park. Vehicles on Beach Permits are available at Ritchies Bait and Tackle or MidCoast Council....
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Coopernook

44912 - Coopernook NSW 2426
Coopernook is a small town on the Barrington Coast of New South Wales, Australia, close to the Pacific Highway. It is located 24 kilometres north of Taree and 11 kilometres west of Harrington and is administered by MidCoast Council. At the 2016 census, Coopernook and the surrounding area had a population of 538 people....
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Kylies Beach

Kylies Bush Walk, Crowdy Bay National Park NSW 2443
At the northern tip of the Barrington Coast just south of Diamond Head you'll find the remote and wild Kylies Beach. The beach offers great fishing, barbecue and picnic areas nearby and Instaworthy walking tracks. There is also 4WD access available at Kylies Beach. Sadly, nearby Kylie's Hut - the famous wooden hut for writers - was destroyed in the 2019 bushfires. The Diamond Head Loop Track is accessible from Kylies Beach and stretches across the rocky headland north to Diamond Head Beach. Pack your camera for some breathtaking views!...
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Harrington

46483 - Harrington NSW 2427
Ten minutes north of Taree and just off the highway is the tranquil seaside village of Harrington which sits at the northern mouth of the Manning River. In 1894 a long breakwall was built to protect the entry channel for shipping, which now it serves as a scenic walk and great fishing location. The nearby Pilot Hill Lookout provides expansive views over the river delta and the graves on the hill bear witness to the pilots whose task was to guide the boats over the bar. A taste of holidays from the past, Harrington’s relaxed seaside lifestyle is a welcome escape from today’s frantic pace. Rest in riverside parks or cast a line for that elusive catch of the day. See the resident pelicans rest atop colourfully painted power poles waiting for the fishing boats to return. There are riverside and seaside caravan parks, cabins, pubs, clubs and cafes with great views so you can watch the hive of activity happening on the river....