- Name: Hawks Nest Visitor Information Centre
- Operator: Myall Coast Tourism / Local Volunteers (community‑run)
- Accreditation: Not a fully accredited NSW VIC, but operates as an official Port Stephens visitor information outlet
- Address: Myall Street, Hawks Nest NSW 2324
(Located near the shops and close to the bridge to Tea Gardens) - Phone: (02) 4997 0140 (commonly listed for local visitor enquiries)
- Opening Hours: Typically 10:00am – 2:00pm (seasonal variations; volunteer‑run)
- Location Context:
- Serves the Myall Coast section of Port Stephens
- Gateway to Myall Lakes National Park, Bennetts Beach, and Jimmys Beach
- Supports visitors travelling between Bulahdelah, Tea Gardens, and Nelson Bay
Area It Caters For
The Hawks Nest Visitor Information Centre services the Myall Coast and the southern section of the Barrington Coast, including:
Primary Local Area
- Hawks Nest
- Tea Gardens
- Winda Woppa
- Jimmys Beach
- Bennetts Beach (Hawks Nest Beach)
- Myall River precinct
Wider Myall Coast Region
- Pindimar
- Bundabah
- North Arm Cove
- Karuah
- Bombah Point
- Mungo Brush
- Violet Hill
- Seal Rocks (southern access information)
National Parks & Nature Areas
- Myall Lakes National Park
- Broughton Island (via Port Stephens)
- Corrie Island Nature Reserve
- Jimmys Beach Reserve
- Yacaaba Headland
Nearby Towns & Regions Supported
- Bulahdelah (via Bombah Point ferry)
- Nelson Bay / Shoal Bay (regional information only)
- Pacific Palms (general guidance)
Services Provided
- Local maps and brochures
- Information on beaches, walks, and lookouts
- Myall Lakes National Park guidance
- Ferry and boating information for Myall River & Port Stephens
- Accommodation and caravan park information
- Local history and heritage information
- Tips for fishing, surfing, and 4WD access
- Volunteer‑provided local knowledge
Summary
The Hawks Nest Visitor Information Centre is a community‑run visitor hub serving the Myall Coast region of Port Stephens, including Hawks Nest, Tea Gardens, Winda Woppa, and the southern access points to Myall Lakes National Park. While not a fully accredited NSW VIC, it provides reliable local information, maps, and guidance for beaches, national parks, and nature‑based activities. It acts as the primary visitor resource for travellers exploring the quieter, nature‑rich side of Port Stephens.