Coopernook State Forest is a beautiful corner of the Manning Valley. There is the Forest Park Camping and Picnic area within the Coopernook State Forest, which is a quiet open grass area, surrounded by tall gums, perfect for camping or spending the night. This spot is a free stopover and rest area for those seeking respite from highway travel, halfway between Taree and Kew and just off the Pacific Highway.

The forest is accessible by 2WD in good weather and the site is FREE and pet friendly. A good spot to pop out the tent or trailer and relax or explore the surrounding forest.… continue reading.

Crowdy Bay National Park (9,519 hectares) has long been admired for its rugged coastline cliffs, rockpools, beaches and forests, which are a haven for wildlife. At low tide, you can explore the rock formations and pools along the cliff-base walk.

There is great fishing, plenty of opportunities for swimming, surfing and water activities and it is a particularly fruitful area for bird watching.

The park’s main topographical feature and highest point is Diamond Head, which rises abruptly to 113 metres. It takes its name from the quartz crystals that are found in the area.

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Located at the southern entrance to the Manning River, Farquhar Inlet offers far more than just a top fishing spot. There is plenty of calm water to enjoy all types of boating and watercraft activities.

Farquhar Inlet is also a camping ground which consists of 25 campsites set amongst shady trees with BBQ facilities and toilets available. Access to the park is by 4WD along the Manning Point beach (only on low tide) or by boat. Access via Old Bar is only possible when the entrance is closed.

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Big 4 Colonial Holiday Park & Leisure Village, formally known as Colonial Leisure Village, is family owned and operated and located in the beautiful seaside village of Harrington, on the mid north coast of New South Wales. With an array of modern self-contained cabins available including an accessible option, catering for all budgets with basic 3-star cabins to 4.5-star executive villas, there is something to suit all travellers. The 4-star camp area has large powered, unpowered & drive through sites serviced with a modern individual ensuite amenities block. Relax by the pool or meet new friends at the undercover camp kitchen. Cook up a feast at the BBQ area in the pizza oven and eat dinner under the stars. All cabins and sites have access to our pool, camp kitchen and games room. With over 60 permanent homes onsite, opportunities for purchase do arise, please feel free to visit our website to find out what is available. Also don’t forget we are a pet friendly park so bring your four legged friend along with you for your next holiday. Check our website for special offers!

Lanis on the Beach, is the only Holiday Park in Old Bar, situated on 12 acres of absolute beachfront. A range of accommodation is available, from unpowered camp sites to ensuite cabins. Perfect for a weekend away or annual holiday. Visit our website for specials & additional information.    

Kick off your shoes and feel the sand between your toes on the beach just minutes away from your Discovery Parks – Harrington accommodation. Enjoy relaxing by the resort style pool, or hit the attractions of Harrington and the surrounding areas, like the Crowdy Head Lighthouse, a stunning historic building which doubles as a great location for whale watching. Harrington Break Wall is a fisherman’s paradise (walking distance from the park) and the kids will be entertained for hours with the on site water splash park, jumping pillow, pedal go-karts and Toddler’s Toy Box.

Oxley Anchorage Caravan Park is a holiday park with friendly and professional staff offering powered sites including overnight drive through sites and resort style self-contained cabin accommodation. We are in the heart of the Harrington CBD, opposite the Bowling Club, the Manning River, Breakwall, park with playground and beach. Park facilities include swimming pool, camp kitchen and undercover BBQ’s. We have a laundry and modern clean amenities.

The jewel of the Manning, Croki Riverside Caravan Park is located on the banks of the Manning River, offering 28 powered sites, including 6 drive-through sites for overnight stays. We have 2 jetties and our own boat ramp, it’s perfect for fisherman or just for relaxing. Close to shopping major shopping areas and only 2km in off the Pacific Highway, Croki is a peaceful quiet village, perfect for holidaying in the Manning Region….

Cundle Flat Farm offers riverside camping by the pristine Manning River. Enjoy the seclusion and picturesque location in the upper Manning Valley. The camping area has spacious, grassy unpowered sites – including three large shelter sites with picnic tables. Each site has a fireplace. Easy access for swimming, kayaking and fishing. The amenities have hot showers and flush toilets. Dogs are welcome – notification required when booking (conditions apply). Bookings are required…

With the river at your doorstep, the Dawson River Tourist Park is set out on eight acres of water front land. The property is conveniently located five minutes north of the Taree central business district and only three kilometres off the Pacific Highway. They have modern deluxe two bedroom air-conditioned, self-contained en suite cabins at affordable rates. Shaded water front caravan and camping sites are available. There is deepwater frontage with…

Located an easy three and a half hour drive north of Sydney and just 10 minutes from Forster/Tuncurry, Discovery Parks Forster offers absolute river frontage to the Wallamba River with superb views and a peaceful, relaxing environment. The Wallamba River offers access to the magnificent Wallis Lake estuary system with some of the best water activities that this unspoilt area has to offer such as fishing, kayaking and water skiing….

Knorrit Flat Riverside Retreat is a unique camping ground set on the banks of the beautiful Nowendoc River, a pleasant 40 kilometre drive from Wingham through the picturesque Manning Valley. The campground is perfect for swimming, fishing, canoeing, tubing (hire available) and enjoying the abundant wildlife. The unpowered sites are set on immaculately maintained grounds and all sites have a barbecue/fireplace. Also available are hot showers, flushing toilets and beautiful…

Riverside Holiday Park is a beautiful 14 acre park located 10 minutes from Forster and 20 minutes from Taree. Situated on the lovely Wallamba River with well shaded tent & powered sites and five fully equipped air conditioned cabins, BBQ area, tennis court, pool, kids playground and camp kitchen.

Twilight Caravan Park is the closest caravan park to the Taree central business district, accommodation consists of air-conditioned en suite cabins, overnight cabins and bunkhouse. Powered and unpowered caravan and camp sites are also available. Camp kitchens are equipped with cooking facilities, washing facilities, refrigerator, gas stove and dining settings. There is a modern kid’s playground next to one of the barbecue areas, so kids can easily be monitored. Enjoy…

Situated on Mitchells Island in the beautiful Manning Valley, Weeroona Caravan Park is set in 40 acres of natural bushland. The park is bounded by the river on one side and miles of superb, unspoiled ocean beach on the other. Accommodation includes cottages, en suite cabins, and beautifully shaded grassed campsites which are either powered or non powered. Facilities include swimming pool and toddlers wading pool, barbecue areas and three…