Awesome views at Tomaree Head Summit Walk
A must do when visiting Port Stephens, NSW (2.5 hours drive from Sydney) is taking the invigorating short walk to the summit of Tomaree Head, 161m above the Port Stephens entrance. It’s a 2.2km return walk and as you hike the track, you’ll enjoy unparalleled views of idyllic Port Stephens and its beautiful coastline. From the top, you can even see as far as Cabbage Tree and Boondelbah islands – these nature reserves are the world’s only nesting sites for the endangered Gould's petrel.
When you reach the summit, you will enjoy panoramic views of Yacaaba Head, Cabbage Tree, Boondelbah and Broughton Islands from the north platform. From the south platform, views of Zenith, Wreck and Box Beaches, Fingal Island and Point Stephens Lighthouse. Bring your binoculars as you might be lucky to see some dolphins or whales.
There’s a picnic table at the lookout, so if you have time, take a picnic lunch or some morning tea to enjoy as you take in the amazing views.
Take care along the steep sections on this walk as well as paved areas that can become slippery when wet. The best time of year to visit is between May and October and allow 1.5-2 hours to enjoy all the lookouts.