- Name: Camden Haven Visitor Information Centre
- Operator: Port Macquarie–Hastings Council
- Accreditation: NSW Accredited Visitor Information Centre
- Address: Bold Street, Laurieton NSW 2443
(Located in the Laurieton CBD, close to the riverfront and main retail precinct.) - Phone: (02) 6559 4999
- Opening Hours: Generally 9:00am – 4:00pm, 7 days (seasonal variations may apply)
- Local Context: The centre sits at the heart of the Camden Haven region, a cluster of coastal and hinterland villages south of Port Macquarie.
Area It Caters For
Primary Coverage – Camden Haven District
The centre services all communities within the Camden Haven area, including:
- Laurieton (main service town)
- North Haven
- Dunbogan
- Bonny Hills
- Lake Cathie
- Kew
- Kendall
- Lorne
- Hannam Vale
- Waitui
- Stewarts River
- Middle Brother / Dooragan National Park
- West Haven
- Queens Lake & surrounding foreshore communities
Secondary Coverage – Greater Port Macquarie–Hastings Region
Travellers also commonly seek information for:
- Port Macquarie
- Wauchope
- Comboyne Plateau
- Byabarra / Upper Hastings
- Telegraph Point
Tertiary Coverage – Broader Mid North Coast
While not its core responsibility, the centre often provides general guidance for:
- Kempsey / Macleay Valley Coast
- Taree / Manning Valley
- Nambucca region
Services Provided
- Regional maps, brochures, and touring guides
- Accommodation referrals (motels, holiday parks, cabins, B&Bs)
- Local attraction information (North Brother Lookout, beaches, Camden Haven River, Dooragan National Park)
- Walking and hiking trail information (Laurieton tracks, Perpendicular Point, coastal walks)
- Tidal, boating, and fishing information for the Camden Haven waterways
- Event information for Laurieton, Kendall, Kew, and surrounding villages
- Souvenirs and locally made products
- Information on caravan parks, camping areas, and dump points
- Advice on road conditions, weather, and seasonal hazards
- Guidance for exploring the Camden Haven lakes, beaches, and hinterland drives
Summary
The Camden Haven Visitor Information Centre is the primary accredited tourism hub for the Camden Haven district, servicing Laurieton, North Haven, Dunbogan, Bonny Hills, Lake Cathie, Kendall, Kew, and the surrounding hinterland. It provides comprehensive visitor support, maps, accommodation assistance, and detailed information on beaches, national parks, lookouts, and local attractions. As a key part of the Port Macquarie–Hastings tourism network, it is essential for travellers exploring the Mid North Coast.