Day trip – Watagans National Park, micro breweries and Trinity Point Marina
Spend a day exploring this beautiful part of Lake Macquarie with a bit of hiking, shopping and long lunching!
1. Set off early
Get an early start and head towards Watagans National Park. The drive will take around 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on your starting point. Stop for a coffee along the way.
2. Bushwalk to Gap Creek Falls
Explore the stunning wilderness of the Watagans National Park by taking a bushwalk to Gap Creek Falls. The trail will lead you through lush forests and bushland, culminating in the breathtaking view of the waterfall.
3. Check out some craft beer breweries at Morisset
After your bushwalk, a short drive will take to you the town of Morisset, home to a thriving craft beer scene. Stop in at one of the local breweries where you can taste samples before choosing some to take home.
- Enjoy tastings and a charcuterie board or pie at Bread and Brewery
- Lake Mac Brewing Co is a micro brewery offering beer tastings and yummy food Sip fresh beer at the source and feast from the low n slow BBQ menu from the onsite smokehouse at Yard Kings Brewing Co.
5. Long lunch at Trinity Point Marina
Make your way to 8 by Trinity restaurant at Trinity Point Marina, Morisset Park. Relax and enjoy a leisurely meal created with local and ingredients, while enjoying the picturesque views of southern Lake Macquarie.
6. Home time
After a busy day, head back to your accommodation and relax for the evening, perhaps enjoy something you purchased from one of the breweries and take in the sunset.
Remember to drink responsibly and designate a driver if you plan to indulge in beer or wine tasting. Make sure to check the opening hours and availability of the microbreweries and the restaurant in advance, and consider making reservations if necessary.