Beaches

Experience the safe patrolled beaches of Catherine Hill Bay, Caves, Blacksmiths and Redhead, spread along thirty kilometres of largely undeveloped coastline.

Lake

Lake Macquarie is a stunning waterway, four times the size of Sydney Harbour. Walk, sail or cycle your way around 174km of foreshore.

Mountains

Watagan Mountain National Park and State Forest areas offer stunning views across the Hunter Region and are a must for nature lovers.

While in Lake Macquarie

• Pack a picnic lunch and head for the lake, bush or beach

• Explore the amazing sea caves at low tide on Caves Beach

• Eat your way through the diverse cafes and restaurants spread across the city

• Explore the art and craft shops, galleries and museums on offer

• Find a bargain at the markets or splurge in one of the shopping precincts

• Bait your line and enjoy a day of fishing on the lake

• Get a birds eye view of the Hunter Region from the Watagan Mountains