Five Islands Walking Track

Schöner Strand

Good walk relatively flat. Paths are a bit rough from the all the rain.

Track gradingGrade 4Learn more about the grading systemFeatures of this trackTime30min - 1hrQuality of markingsClearly sign postedGradientFlatDistance2.4km returnStepsOccasional stepsQuality of pathRough track, many obstaclesExperience requiredNo experience requiredGetting there and parkingFive Islands walking track starts at Saltwater picnic area in Saltwater National Park. To get there:Take Old Bar Road from Taree/Pacific HighwayDrive 10km east and turn right into Saltwater RoadFollow Saltwater Road past the village of Wallabi PointSaltwater picnic area is at the end of Saltwater RoadParkingParking is available at Saltwater picnic area.Best times to visitThere are lots of great things waiting for you in Saltwater National Park. Here are some of the highlights.AutumnTake walks around the headland and through to adjoining Khappinghat Nature Reserve.SpringEnjoy whale watching from the viewing platform at Saltwater Point from August through November.SummerSwim, surf and sunbathe on the beaches, canoe and kayak in the creek, or enjoy a picnic on the grass under the shady rainforest trees.Weather, temperature and rainfallSummer temperatureAverage17°C and 29°CHighest recorded45.2°CWinter temperatureAverage8°C and 21°CLowest recorded-5°CRainfallWettest monthMarchDriest monthAugustThe area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day280.2mmFacilitiesDrinking waterWater is not available in this area so it's a good idea to bring your ownDial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).AccessibilityDisability access level - hardWheelchairs can access this area with some difficulty.ProhibitedPetsPets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dogs and see the pets in parks policy for more information.SmokingNSW national parks are no smoking areas.