Staples Lookout
Central Coast & Hunter - NSW
Brisbane Water National Park
KEY INFO
Distance (kms):
0.1 kms
Time (hrs):
Allow 15 mins
Elevation gain (m):
0 m
Max. elevation (m):
251 m
Difficulty (Grade):
Easy (Grade 1)
Route type:
Out-and-back
Traffic:
Light
Access:
2WD Sufficient
View from the lookout
View from the lookout
Rotary Club tiles
View from the lookout
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A small lookout that is spectacular at sunrise, with views across Brisbane Water and Woy Woy Bay.
This lightly trafficked lookout is located right on the side of Woy Woy Road in Kariong, just outside of Woy Woy.
Just a few steps from the car park, the lookout provides scenic views across Brisbane Water and Woy Woy Bay, while Mount Wondabyne – the highest point in Brisbane Water National Park – can be seen to the south-west.
The lookout is fantastic at any time of the day but is particularly beautiful at sunrise.
The lookout is named after Charles J. Staples, a pioneer from the 1920’s, and was unveiled in 1955 to commemorate the golden anniversary of Rotary International.
This is a great location to pair with nearby Stroms Lookout, Marie Byles Lookout and the Bulgandry Aboirginal Art Site, or to visit after doing a section of the Bouddi Coastal Walk or Maitland Bay Track.
Track: The walk involves just a few steps from the car park across a flat gravel section.
Difficulty: The walk is suitable for all fitness levels and is wheelchair accessible.
Direction: The walk is an out-and-back track that returns the way it came.
getting there
The lookout is located right on the side of Woy Woy Road in Kariong, just outside of Woy Woy, 9 hours drive south of Brisbane, or 1.25 hours drive north of Sydney.
Parking is limited, but typically sufficient for how trafficked the location is.
best time to go
The walk can be completed year-round.
While the lookout is fantastic at any time of the day, it is particularly beautiful at sunrise.
Remember, whenever venturing into the outdoors, practice the Leave No Trace principles and be considerate of others. This means: dispose of your waste properly, don't remove things or move things from their natural position and respect all wildlife. Also be sure to plan ahead and adequately prepare for any adventure.
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