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Parks and Nature Reserves on the Central Coast 2026, Best Parks, Walks and Nature Escapes

Central Coast parks guide 2026: from Brisbane Water National Park and Bouddi National Park to the Hawkesbury River and the Blue Mountains, the best parks and nature near the Central Coast NSW.

By Central Coast Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Parks and Nature Reserves on the Central Coast 2026

The Central Coast is surrounded by national parks, Brisbane Water to the north, Bouddi to the east, and the Blue Mountains and Dharug to the west. The Hawkesbury River forms the southern boundary of a remarkable natural area within 90 minutes of Sydney. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

National Parks Near the Central Coast

Bouddi National Park, 30km south of Gosford. Coastal heathland and forest on the Central Coast's ocean-facing headland. The Bouddi Coastal Walk (8km, 3hrs, Putty Beach to MacMasters Beach) is one of NSW's finest short coastal walks. Maitland Bay is one of the Central Coast's most beautiful and secluded beaches. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
Brisbane Water National Park, immediately east of Gosford. Scribbly gum woodland and Aboriginal rock engravings, the Bulgandry Aboriginal Area contains spectacular rock art accessible on a short walk. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
Wyrrabalong National Park, northern section on Tuggerah Lake's east shore, southern section at Bateau Bay. Coastal wallum heath, excellent for wildflowers in spring (August to October).

Central Coast Urban Parks

Gosford Regional Botanic Gardens, Showground Road, Gosford. Attractive gardens on the edge of Brisbane Water, fern gully, banksia walk and picnic areas. Free entry. centralcoastbotanicgarden.org.au

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