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Yacaaba Headland walking track

Dogs not permitted

Updated 22 May 2026

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Yacaaba Headland walking track is a park in Hawks Nest. Dogs are not currently allowed at this park.

Dog rules

Dogs are prohibited in all NSW National Parks and nature reserves under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.

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859M+GX, Hawks Nest NSW 2324
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Nearby dog-friendly spots

Parks

Jimmys Beach Reserve
750m
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Providence Bay Park
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Bennetts Beach
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Before you go

  • 🚫Official source advises dogs are not allowed — we don't recommend visiting with your dog.

What people say

RCRoss C.
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★★★★☆3 months ago

Actually a challenging walk. The path is ok but not greatly maintained and the best views are from halfway up. Not much to see from the summit due to trees etc. It was a nice challenge but wouldn't be rushing to do it again.

FYFarooq Y.
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★★★★★4 months ago

What a beautiful place. Always calm and quiet and an amazing walking/family retreat. We always visit the beach and the walking track when we need a reset.

BHBryce H.
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★★★★☆8 months ago

Depends on time of year the walk tracks near mount yacaaba can be underwater Very awesome walk and the last 800 metre climb is steep and can be challenging but definitely worth climbing

NHNerea H.
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★★★★★11 months ago

We did the walk over the two beaches without going up the hill as we didn’t have time and really enjoyed the tranquility and vibe of the two. Highly recommended!

SMSophie M.
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★★★★☆2 years ago

This is a great walking track with some beautiful views along the way. I walked with my children (6year olds) and it took us about 2 hours from the carpark to the summit and then back. It took a while to walk along the beach and then get our shoes back on, but the bush track was well signposted and we enjoyed the steady walk uphill. As other reviews suggest the last push is steep and rocky. It's great if you want to feel like you've had a proper workout and the sense of achievement at the top is well worth the hard slog. You won't be passing big crowds or waiting on the track. We passed a few other people but not many. And then it was great to stop in at Jimmy's beach for a swim afterwards.

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