- Name: Kempsey Visitor Information Centre
- Address: Pacific Highway Service Centre, South Kempsey NSW 2440
- Phone: (02) 6562 1440
- Email: tourism@kempsey.nsw.gov.au
- Operator: Kempsey Shire Council
- Accreditation: NSW Accredited Visitor Information Centre
- Location Context: Located at the South Kempsey Service Centre on the Pacific Highway, making it a major stop for travellers entering the Macleay Valley Coast region.
Area It Caters For
The Kempsey VIC services the entire Macleay Valley Coast, covering inland towns, coastal villages, national parks, and river communities.
Primary Coverage
- Kempsey township
- South Kempsey
- Aldavilla
- Euroka
- Greenhill
- West Kempsey
- Yarravel
- Frederickton
- Smithtown
- Gladstone
- Jerseyville
- South West Rocks
- Crescent Head
- Hat Head
- Bellbrook
- Willawarrin
- Collombatti
- Macleay River Valley communities
Secondary / Shared Coverage
(Shared with Port Macquarie and Nambucca VICs depending on visitor direction)
- Stuarts Point
- Grassy Head
- Yarrahapinni
- Kundabung
- Telegraph Point (southern fringe)
Tourism Themes Supported
- Beaches and coastal recreation
- National parks (Arakoon NP, Hat Head NP, Willi Willi NP)
- Fishing, boating, and river activities
- Heritage touring (Slim Dusty Centre, Trial Bay Gaol)
- Scenic drives and hinterland touring
- Caravan and camping
- Surfing and water sports
- Local markets, arts, and cultural events
Services Provided
- Local and regional maps, brochures, and touring guides
- Accommodation assistance (motels, holiday parks, cabins, campgrounds)
- Information on beaches, surf conditions, and coastal access
- National park and walking track information
- Heritage and cultural attraction details (Slim Dusty Centre, Trial Bay Gaol)
- Souvenirs, local products, and regional crafts
- Travel advice for the Macleay Valley Coast and surrounding regions
- Road condition updates and route planning
- Information for caravanners and road‑trippers
- Event information (festivals, markets, community events)
Summary
The Kempsey Visitor Information Centre is the central hub for tourism across the Macleay Valley Coast, supporting both inland and coastal destinations.
It provides comprehensive information on beaches, national parks, heritage attractions, accommodation, and touring routes.
Strategically located on the Pacific Highway, it serves as a key stop for travellers exploring South West Rocks, Crescent Head, Hat Head, Bellbrook, and the broader Macleay River region.