The Hastings River provides a handful of opportunities for recreation in Port Macquarie. The river starts 180 km (110 mi) north of the city in the Great Dividing Range and descends 1,040 m (3,410 ft) before emptying into the Tasman Sea. Spot dolphins and take in the history of the area on a cruise, paddle the river in a kayak, or enjoy a barbecue by the riverbank. If you angle, pick up a fishing license at a local bait-and-tackle shop and cast your line for bream, blackhead, tailor, whiting, and flathead. No matter how you spend your time on the river, make sure you apply insect repellent to keep the sandflies at bay. Plan to visit Hastings River during your Port Macquarie vacation using our convenient Port Macquarie holiday tool.
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When I visit downtown Port Macquarie .. I like the panoramic views of Hastings River from Town Green park & Westport Park
When I visit downtown Port Macquarie .. I like the panoramic views of Hastings River from Town Green park & Westport Park more »
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The Hastings River dominates the scene around Port Macquarie on which its banks the town was built. My hotel was located very close to the river. From there I walked in one direction towards the...
The Hastings River dominates the scene around Port Macquarie on which its banks the town was built. My hotel was located very close to the river. From there I walked in one direction towards the... more »
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Fantastic well worth it staff were great with lots of fun.great way to spend a couple of hours and saw lots of dolphins . Light lunch was included
Fantastic well worth it staff were great with lots of fun.great way to spend a couple of hours and saw lots of dolphins . Light lunch was included more »
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