Crackneck Point lookout

Natural Attractions

Uncover the secret of local whale watchers and surfers at Crackneck Point lookout. Make a beeline for this atmospheric lookout between May and August and you may just be rewarded with views of whales swimming past on their northern migration, and surfers can check out wave conditions.
A group of friends on the concrete path at Crackneck Point lookout in Wyrrabalong National Park.
Aerial view of Crackneck Point lookout, showing parking area and access. Credit: Remy Brand/DCCEEW
People whale-watching from Crackneck Point lookout in Wyrrabalong National Park. Photo: John Spencer
A group of friends at one of the accessible picnic tables at Crackneck Point lookout in Wyrrabalong
A couple walking along one of the grassy tiers at Crackneck Point lookout in Wyrrabalong National
A couple enjoying the view at Crackneck Point lookout in Wyrrabalong National Park. Photo: John
A low aerial view of Crackneck Point lookout with picnic tables and benches in Wyrrabalong National
Crackneck Point lookout is a fantastic place for a photo stop or picnic at any time of year. Spread out a rug on the grass, relax on one of the benches or set up at the accessible picnic tables. You'll be surrounded by panoramic views of Shelly Beach, which continue along the Central Coast past Norah Head, Tuggerah Lake and The Entrance. It's a popular spot for hang gliding, so look up to the sky to see them drifting through the air.

If you're feeling energetic after a picnic lunch, why not take a short walk along The Coast walking track? The track stretches north for about 2km to Bateau Bay Beach picnic area, or south to Forresters Beach, about 1.5km away.

Take a virtual tour of Crackneck Point lookout captured with Google Street View Trekker.