Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve

If you’re visiting Coffs Harbour, you’ve got to get down to the Coffs Jetty marina to walk along the man-made BreakwallTo the top of Muttonbird Island. It’s free. East to moderate walk. There are minimal stairs - which makes only the breakwall accessible for people in wheelchairs. The view from the top is excellent. We visited in October and witnessed about a dozen whales breaching within about 300-400 metres of where we were standing. The whole walk to the top, and rest, took about an hour to do. But if you’re a fast walker, and you’re not liking out for whales, you could walk up and back within 25 minutes from the Park Beach carpark. There are some good eating locations along the breakwall - including the fisherman’s co-op which serves fish & chips. You’ll find a number of picnic huts at the Coffs end of the breakwall.

The best place to go to get a complete view of Coffs Harbour. Awesome views. A nice challenging walk. Just a warning it's a high wind area but very well worth it. Also take in the Jetty as well.

A pleasant walking experience in Coffs Harbour, thoroughly enjoyed this walk over the island, glad I strolled all the way to the other end of the walking path, otherwise would've missed this natural lookout looking over the ocean, although finding a car park can be a daunting task on a sunny day

Such a beautiful place to walk in the morning or evening. The view from the top is spectacular and it's free to get in. It is a bit steep, but a short walk overall so good for all ages. Highly recommend if you're visiting the Coffs region.

Have visited this island many times, very easily accessible with great views. Quite a steep climb to the first lookout, but great cardiovascular workout! Well worth the effort, great views up & down the beautiful coastline & of the harbour. The water is a magnificent sapphire blue. Only problem I have is you cannot take your dog

Walked through the bridge around the marina just after sunrise. Lovely, the walk is amazing. There is a path that crosses the island. It is steep to get up and down but definitely possible for all ages.

Clear to see lots of fish and even rays from the wooden track, great place!

The path and boardwalk are so well provided that you could walk up this hill in your dress shoes! What a beautiful view of the marina on one end and the expansive ocean at the other. A must when you visit Coffs Harbour!

Nice walk as long as you don't mind hills! Great views from top and interesting rock pools etc on far side. Didn't see any Muttonbirds nesting when I was there, but plenty of signs of their presence.

Great place for a walk. Very interesting island. Beautiful sunrises and amazing views of the coastline. Be prepared for a little bit of a walk but it's well worth it.