Settlement Point Reserve
Settlement Point Reserve is a dog-friendly park in Port Macquarie.
Dog rules
Dogs are welcome on-leash. Under the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Dogs in Public Open Spaces Policy, dogs must be kept on-leash and under effective control in public parks and reserves, except in designated off-leash areas. Dogs must be kept at least 10 metres away from children's playgrounds.
At a glance
Before you go
- 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
- 🌳No shade confirmed — take it easy on warmer days.
- 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.
What people say
Beautiful in the morning,Take a kayak or paddle board to explore the inlet. There is also a bait shop where you can hire kayaks, paddleboards,BBQ boats etc . Lots of birdlife. Barbecues available plus clean toilets and a park with swings. A great spot for little ones to paddle or swim but watch the tides, swim on the shallow estuary side. Cafe nearby which is rated highly
Beautiful spot for a picnic, canoeing, paddle-boarding or fishing. Super safe for small children and families.
Always a beautiful spot for a paddle or go fishing or just hang out by the water in the park, have a BBQ and enjoy the serenity.
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How we know this
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