Port Stephens - Great Lakes Marine Park
A stunning marine park in the Port Stephens area near Newcastle with a 4.8 rating across 22 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Port Stephens-Great Lakes Marine Park covers the beautiful Port Stephens area north of Newcastle, NSW. A strong 4.8 rating from 22 reviews reflects its standing as a genuine highlight.
The appeal is stunning marine scenery and wildlife — a protected marine park in the gorgeous Port Stephens, celebrated for its dolphins, beaches, clear water and coastal beauty, a genuine draw for boating, swimming, wildlife-watching and simply soaking up the scenery. It's a beautiful natural highlight.
Marine parks have changing conditions, tides, wildlife seasons and rules, so check current details and any advisories before you go on the water. Bring sun protection, water and take care in and around the water.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 73
- Popularity
- 41
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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