Photo: Tilemahos Efthimiadis from Athens, Greece / CC BY 2.0
Boomerang Beach is a pristine stretch of golden sand on the NSW Mid North Coast, just south of Forster. With its consistent waves and uncrowded shores, it's a favourite among surfers and beach lovers seeking a laid-back coastal escape. The beach curves like its namesake, offering a stunning backdrop of headlands and national park.
Highlights & What to See
- Surfing & Bodyboarding: Boomerang Beach is renowned for its reliable breaks, with waves suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. The southern end often has the best swell.
- Boomerang Beach Rockpool: A natural ocean pool at the southern end, perfect for safe swimming and snorkelling when the tide is high.
- Boomerang Beach Walking Track: A scenic 2.5 km coastal walk linking Boomerang Beach to nearby Elizabeth Beach, with panoramic views over the Pacific.
- Pacific Palms Recreation Reserve: Adjacent to the beach, this reserve offers picnic tables, barbecues, and a children's playground, ideal for a family day out.
- Wallis Lake: A short drive away, this large lake is perfect for kayaking, fishing, and spotting birdlife.
Suggested Time to Spend
For a relaxing visit, allow at least half a day to enjoy the beach and a walk. Surfers might want a full day to catch the best tides. If you're combining it with nearby attractions, a full day is ample to explore the area and soak up the coastal vibe.
Nearby Areas Worth Combining
- Elizabeth Beach: A quieter, family-friendly beach just north, with a patrolled swimming area and a café.
- Forster: The main town of the Great Lakes region, with shops, restaurants, and boat tours on Wallis Lake.
- Booti Booti National Park: Offers walking trails through coastal rainforest and stunning lookouts over the ocean.
- Seal Rocks: A historic lighthouse and seal colony, about 30 minutes south, with excellent snorkelling and diving.
- Myall Lakes National Park: A vast system of lakes and waterways, great for canoeing, fishing, and camping.
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Image credits
- Forster — Dora Carrington (1893–1932) / Public domain
- Elizabeth Beach — Nick Ang / CC BY-SA 4.0
- Booti Booti National Park — Anonymous Dissident / Public domain
- Seal Rocks — Jocey K / CC BY-SA 2.0
- Myall Lakes National Park — Eduardo M. C. / CC BY 2.0
- Wallis Lake — Rob Freijs / CC BY-SA 3.0