Crescent Head National Surfing Reserve - NSW, Australia - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

At the coordinates is a circular bronze plaque that has been recessed into rough rocky stela. The curved texts around the edge reads:

Crescent Head National Surfing Reserve.[top]

Dedicated on 14th June 2008
dhalkungga yalanggur biramay [bottom] - local indigenous language


The text from the middle of the plaque reads:
"Crescent Head was the first stop for surfers heading north from Sydney in pursuit of the perfect wave. Since the 1950's, surfers have been attracted to this area to experience the quality of the wave and the unique natural environment. The coastal beauty and pristine beaches of Crescent Head continue to attract surfers and visitors from throughout Australia and overseas.
['Line drawing' of the headland]
"Crescent Head, traditional country of the Dunghutti people, is home to osprey, sea eagles, pelicans, dolphins and migrating whales.

"National Surfing Reserves recognise sites of cultural and historical significance in Australian surfing. The acknowledge the surfing way of life and link past, present and future generations with our oceans, waves and coastline.

"The Crescent Head Community asks you to
"Share * Respect * Preserve"

[Hon. Tony Kelly MP - NSW Minister for Lands
Brad Farmer - National Surfing Reserves
Cr. Betty Green - Mayor Kempsey Shire Council]

ABC News, from 16/6/2008: "National surfing reserve declared at Crescent Head" (visit link)

Visited: 1348 - 1400, Thursday, 15 September, 2016

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 3.5 km coastline Is there a trail system?: No If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Rocky/shingle beaches What points of interest are there?: On-shore breaks What activities are available?: SURFING Hours of accessibility?: Daylight List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Submerged rocks, rips Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: No If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: No fee for permitted Activities Please supply the website of the land if available: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!

Recent Visits/Logs:

Date Logged Log User Rating   08/17/2023 bucketeer visited it