Around Obadiah Residential Village
Nestled in the shadow of the Three Brothers Mountains, beside the Pacific Ocean and Watson Taylor Lake, with Diamond Head at its core, Crowdy Bay National Park is one of the outstanding coastal national parks of NSW.
Situated near Obadiah Residential Village and nestled in the shadow of the Three Brothers Mountains, beside the Pacific Ocean and Watson Taylor Lake, with Diamond Head at its core, Crowdy Bay National Park is one of the outstanding coastal national parks of NSW.
One of the park's attractions is the golden sand crescent of Dunbogan Beach stretching from Camden Head to Diamond Head in the south. The long expanse of Kylie's Beach continues south down the coast to the tall Crowdy Head east of Harrington.
Crowdy Bay National Park offers an abundance of wildflowers, birds and animals, bushwalking, swimming and fishing in 8,022 hectares of coastal plains. There are long sweeping beaches north and south, extensive wetlands, rainforest pockets and coastal heath featuring beautiful wildflowers.
Australian author Kylie Tennant spent time living and writing here, and her hut which was used as a writing retreat has been restored and maintained.
Walking trails include the cliff walk, rock platforms and stony beaches and offer sections with eroding rock formations and towering rock spits. At low tide you can explore the rocks and pools below the cliffs. There's good fishing, bird watching and fascinating headland walks with abundant wildlife.
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Based on the traditional values of family, friends & community, Harrigan’s Irish Pub is designed to appeal to a broad range of visitors. From the moment you walk through the stunning lead-light panelled front doors, you’re made to feel at home. This pub is the home of outstanding hospitality and great live entertainment
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The Harrington Hotel is situated on the banks of the Manning River overlooking the Pacific ocean. The Galley bistro is one of the north coast’s great dining experiences.
This hotel boasts a diverse menu featuring an array of local produce.
Harrington Beach has a family friendly swimming lagoon off the beach area with BBQ facilities and picnic tables.
This is a fabulous spot to take the little ones and the Harrington break wall is also close by for walking, fishing and taking in views of the ocean. .
Crowdy Bay Charters operates off shore fishing charters from the Crowdy Head Boat Harbour which is located next door to the very popular Crowdy Head Beach on the Mid North Coast of NSW. Available charters include reef and bottom fishing, game fishing, coastal tours or whale watching.
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The historic Crowdy Head Lighthouse was designed and erected in 1878 - 1879 as one of only five small lighthouses built on the NSW coast. This is the perfect locality to view whales migrating north to warmer waters during May - July and return during August - October.
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The beautiful area of Crowdy Head is located on a vast expanse of unspoilt beach which includes the North Beach and South Beach.The Surf Lifesaving Club overlooks the beach and there is a kiosk, cold outdoor shower and toilet facilities. Picnic area with barbecues and picnic tables are nearby.
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