The Solitary Islands Marine Park is the largest marine protected area in New South Wales. It covers a total area of 100,000 hectares and extends along 75km of coast from Coffs Harbour north to the Sanden River mouth.
The park is home to a huge diversity of marine life, with a tropical, temperate and sub tropical species of fish, coral and algae being the main attraction for divers. Signage indicates where specific activities such as diving, fishing and collecting may be undertaken.
The Marine park comprises sanctuary zones; refuge zones and general use areas covering 75 kilometres including the tidal waters of estuaries, beaches and headlands with in its boundaries and is protected by a special zoning scheme designed to protect fish habitat.
Further Information
The marine park contains a diverse range of habitats, including estuaries, sandy beaches, intertidal rocky shores, subtidal reefs, island fringing reefs, open ocean and soft substrate sediment habitats. There are also five major islands in the marine park, and a number of other significant rocky outcrops dispersed throughout the marine park. The park is accessed via the Pacific Highway- any turn off between Coffs Harbour and Grafton.
Site Description Marine Park
Tour Types Self Guided Tours
Attractions Rare & Endangered Species, Reef
Activities Birdwatching, Boating, Fishing, Snorkelling
Admission Free Admission
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