Perpendicular Point walking track (3.7km), Kattang Nature Reserve, New South Wales

Perpendicular Point walking track is a 3.7km, grade 3 hike located in the Kattang Nature Reserve, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.5 hrs to complete.

Length: 3.7km

Duration: 1.5 hrs

Grade: 3

Style: Return

Start: 192 Camden Head Rd

End: 192 Camden Head Rd

Location: Kattang Nature Reserve

Closest town: Camden Head

New South Wales

From state capital: 366km

Longitude: 152.8356952

Latitude: -31.64084698

Hike summary

It's not hard to see why this beautiful spot is a favourite among locals and nature-lovers alike. Wander through the shady grove on this short walk and you'll emerge at majestic Perpendicular Point.
From the lookout, you'll see north to Port Macquarie, south to Diamond Head, and southwest to the dramatic North Brother Mountain in Dooragan National Park. Sitting on the top of the sheer cliffs is a fantastic place to gaze out at the sparkling blue waters and a great vantage point for whale watching and spotting dolphins. To see the view south head to the nearby Charles Hamey lookout.
You're sure to see plenty of birdlife as honeyeaters come in to feed off the banksias and glossy black cockatoos nibble at the black she-oaks. If you're a native flower lover, this easy walk is a must in early spring. You'll see boronia, flannel flower, everlasting daisy and wedding bush dotted amongst the bushes.
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Location

Getting there

Perpendicular Point walking track is in the northen precinct of Kattang Nature Reserve. To get there:Continue driving along Camden Head RoadTurn right onto Bergalia CrescentFollow until you see Bergalia carpark, where the walk commences. Parking Parking is available at Charles Hamey lookout, including several designated disabled spots.

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About the region

Kattang Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Kattang Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger, or pest management.

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