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The perfect escape - enjoy peaceful strolls around the lake foreshore,
take a swim at one of the many
beaches or visit the Watagan Mountains. On the lake choose from fishing, swimming, boating,
sailing, water skiing and scuba diving.
Lake Macquarie Beaches and Pools
Lake Macquarie has patrolled beaches that are popular with surfers and swimmers alike. Explore the sea caves at Caves Beach, enjoy a surf great waves at Catherine Hill Bay or Blacksmtihs Beach (where there are kids activity areas and a protected rock
pool), or Walk the long expanse of Nine Mile Beach.
State Forest of the Watagans
Camping and picnic areas, walking trails and lookouts beckon. Explore
State Forests' extensive road network by four-wheel drive, mountain
bike or horseback. Dogs (under control) are welcome in State forests,
but are not allowed in adjoining National Park areas. For information,
phone 4927 2900.
Mandalong Gallery
Authentic Aboriginal Art. Investment Art Pieces. Art for all requirements. Didgeridoos - Carvings etc.
Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery
Set on the beautiful shores of Lake Macquarie a newly built regional gallery offering a range of changing exhibitions with a craft retail outlet sculpture garden extensive picnic areas and a café.
Nearby Hunter Wineries
In Lake Macquarie we have a beaches, lake and forest hinterland lifestyle and are just a short drive to the Hunter Valley Vineyards
Historic Newcastle
A short drive to Newcastle, the historic yet modern city on the Hunter River.
Dobell House
Dobell House was the home and studio of the world renowned painter Sir William Dobell. The house contains original furniture memorabilia and family momentos. The exhibition brings together the largest number of his works in any location. Also on display
are photographs and prints of his life & work.
Sunnyside Historic Southseas Museum
The museum houses an extensive and unique collection of artefacts and handicrafts from the South Pacific described by renowned curators as the best collection in the Southern Hemsiphere.
Lake Macquarie Performing Arts Centre
Provides
opportunities for the cultural industry, both
professional &
amateur, at a local and regional level. Major touring performances
have already expressed interest in using the facility, which will
bring important cultural, tourism and economic benefits.
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