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Hawks Nest: classic Aussie seaside town
Hawks Nest is a classic Aussie seaside town with water sports, boating, fishing and surfing. It has a chilled coastal vibe.
PROS:
- Just a few hours north of Sydney,
- cheaper accommodation and food prices#Hawksnest #island ##beach #sydney
Highlights:
- wild sand dunes
- you can drive your 4WD on the beach
- surfing
- cheaper than Sydney prices
- Jimmy’s Beach has sheltered areas for children to play in and is popular for picnicks
- 6km Yacaaba Headland Walking Track may be challenging
- Cabbage Tree Island protects the only known breeding colony of the endangered Gould’s Petrel.
Photographed: Bennett’s Beach.
CONS:
- sleepy town, not a lot of food options and quiet at night