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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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!

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….