Freshwater Creek track, Byfield National Park

With its rugged pinnacles, tucked-away camping spots, spectacular sand dunes and picturesque stretches of coastline, Byfield National Park is a remote coastal getaway. Massive parabolic sand dunes—the oldest reaching 5 to 6 kilometres inland—occupy most of the southern part of the park. In the north, the rugged pinnacles of The Peaks and Mount Atherton dominate the landscape. From Nine Mile Beach, park at the mouth of Freshwater Creek and stroll 250 metres to picnic among shady she-oaks beside the creek. Take a towel for a freshwater splash along the way. The track entrance is 400 metres south of Nine Mile Beach Access Track/Junction 19. You need only 30 minutes walking time for this walk.