Submarine Beach walking track Trail Hiking Australia

Length: 1km
Duration: 45mins
Grade: 3
Style: Return
Start: Yagon Rd, Yagon
End: Yagon Rd, Yagon

Location: Myall Lakes National Park
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Distance from CBD: 281 km
State: NSW
Latitude: -32.45484254
Longitude: 152.4956734

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Submarine Beach walking track is a 1km, grade 3 return hike, located in the Myall Lakes National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take approximately 45mins to complete.

Hike Summary

When you hanker for the feel of sand between your toes, this short and lovely walk will get you there. It links Yagon campground to the golden sands of Submarine Beach in the northern reaches of Myall Lakes National Park, near Seal Rocks. It sure beats hiking over the sand dunes with your surfboard, as well as helping dune stabilisation in progress.
Following the track through forests of blackbutt and banksia, it soon gives way to lush coastal rainforest. Pause at the viewing platform to check out the surf action before heading down, or simply take in the spectacular coastal views.
You'll think you've found paradise when you dive in for a swim or surf in the crystal clear waves on this remote Submarine Beach. Whether you're here for a day trip or a camping holiday, once you've found this great track, you're bound to want to do it again.

About the region

Myall Lakes National Park, on the north coast not far from Newcastle, features one of the State’s largest coastal lake systems that offers countless opportunities for canoeing and kayaking, boating and fishing. The park also boasts more than 40kms of beaches that offer some good swimming and surfing spots. You can visit for a daytrip to enjoy a barbecue or picnic and some walking, but it’s better to come for the weekend or longer to enjoy all that the park has to offer. There are lots of great campgrounds, some large and some small, including campsites for tents, trailers, caravans, motorhomes, and even boats, so you’re bound to find the perfect site to suit your needs. If camping is not your style, you can book in to the heritage listed accommodation at Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse.

Getting there

Submarine Beach walking track starts at Yagon campground in the Seal Rocks precinct of Myall Lakes National Park. To get there from Pacific Highway:Turn onto The Lakes Way 3km north of BulahdelahTravel along The Lakes Way for 26km, then turn onto Seal Rocks Road at Bungwahl.Follow this road for 10km, then turn right just before the Seal Rocks shop and continue to the end. Parking Parking is available at Yagon campground.

Tips

Remember to take your binoculars if you're bird watching or whale watching
You can find toilets at Yagon campground
It's a good idea to put sunscreen on before you set out, remember to take a hat, and bring plenty of water.

Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.

The longitude and latitude of the start and end points are approximately only and should not be used for navigation purposes. Please contact me if you know the correct coordinates.