- Name: Hat Head Visitor Information Centre
- Address: 7 Straight Street, Hat Head NSW 2440 (within the Hat Head Holiday Park precinct)
- Phone: (02) 6566 9298 (Holiday Park office – primary visitor contact)
- Operator: Kempsey Shire Council (tourism support) in partnership with the Holiday Park
- Accreditation: Visitor Information Outlet (VIO)
- Location Context: Hat Head is a coastal village surrounded by Hat Head National Park, known for its beaches, headlands, fishing, camping, and nature‑based tourism.
Area It Caters For
The Hat Head VIO supports the central coastal section of the Macleay Valley Coast, with a strong focus on national parks, beaches, and outdoor recreation.
Primary Coverage
- Hat Head village
- Hat Head National Park
- Korogoro Creek
- Korogoro Walking Track
- Smoky Cape (southern access)
- Hungry Gate Campground
- Gap Beach (via walking access)
- Connors Beach
- O’Connors Campground
Secondary / Shared Coverage
(Shared with Kempsey VIC, South West Rocks VIO, and Crescent Head VIO)
- South West Rocks
- Smoky Cape Lighthouse
- Arakoon National Park
- Trial Bay Gaol
- Crescent Head
- Gladstone / Smithtown / Jerseyville
Tourism Themes Supported
- National park touring and walking tracks
- Beach and creek recreation
- Surfing, swimming, and snorkelling
- Fishing (rock, beach, and creek)
- Camping and caravan touring
- Wildlife viewing and photography
- Scenic coastal drives
- Cultural and natural heritage interpretation
Services Provided
- Local maps and brochures for Hat Head and surrounding national parks
- Walking track information (Korogoro Track, Connors Track, Smoky Cape links)
- Beach, tide, and safety information
- Accommodation details (holiday park, campgrounds, nearby motels)
- National park access, camping rules, and permits
- Fishing information and local regulations
- Local event information (markets, community days, surf events)
- General visitor assistance via the Hat Head Holiday Park office
Summary
The Hat Head Visitor Information Centre (VIO) is the primary visitor hub for the Hat Head National Park region, supporting travellers seeking beaches, walking tracks, fishing, and nature‑based experiences.
It complements the broader services of the Kempsey Visitor Information Centre and works in tandem with the South West Rocks VIO for visitors exploring the wider Macleay Valley Coast.