Hidden between Crescent Head and Port Macquarie, you’ll find this idyllic coastal retreat. Escape to the beachside and enjoy walks, scenic views, and world-class surfing.

Pebbly Beach is a short stroll along Bicentennial Walk, along the coast from Forster’s Main Beach. It’s a good spot for families and is famous for the Tanks rock formation which create a gorgeous small… inlet for swimming and relaxing. There is plenty of sand despite its name, and the beach offers long stretches of round ocean-polished rocks for great snorkelling. This is a very popular swimming location for visitors and locals alike. The adjacent park that straddles the Bicentennial Walk has a playground, picnic shelters, barbecues and public toilets. This beach is not patrolled.

Maria National Park was created in January 1999. It covers an area of 2389ha.

For beach camping near Kempsey and Crescent Head, head to Goolawah National Park. You can go surfing, fishing, birdwatching and even whale watching from the headlands.