Outdoor Spaces

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Information regarding outdoor spaces that are available for public use. Facilities include parks, playgrounds, reserves, sporting fields and much more.

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update

In accordance with NSW Government advice, you can use these facilities with caution.

Maintain physical distancing
Wash hands before and after using any outdoor public facility
Assume the person who used the equipment before you has the virus
Do not to go out if you are sick

Beaches & Waterways

Find out about the beaches and waterways in the region, including beach safety and policies, boat facilities, patrolled beaches, surf clubs and dog friendly areas.
Swimming Pools

Find public swimming pool facilities and locations within the Port Macquarie-Hastings area.
Playgrounds, Parks & Reserves

Where to find local parks, reserves, playgrounds, skate parks & other community outdoor spaces.
Sports Fields

Council owns a range of sportsfields and stadiums in the region that are available for use or hire by residents and visitors.
Community Gardens

Community gardens are places where communities come together to grow fresh food, learn, play and form new friendships.
Walking Trails

The Port Macquarie Coastal Walk starts at Westport Park and follows the coast south through to Tacking Point Lighthouse, a distance of 9km (one way).
Coastal Geotrail

The walking trail along the Port Macquarie Coastal Track from Town Beach to Shelly Beach exhibits very distinct geology, that tells the story of plate tectonics and how Earth’s crust was formed.
Dog friendly areas

Information on where you can take your dog for exercise, including leash free and leashed areas in the Port Macquarie-Hastings.

Beaches & Waterways

Swimming Pools

Playgrounds, Parks & Reserves

Sports Fields

Community Gardens

Walking Trails

Coastal Geotrail

Dog friendly areas

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