Patonga NSW

Patonga is a river side town located directly on the Northern Banks at the mouth of the Hawkesbury River. It has many opportunities for an adventure with a boat ramp, ferry wharf, sandy beach the perfect launching spot for any water based activity.

There are several ways to reach Patonga including road and even on foot walking the Great North Walk. For some people the drive by car can take many hours, especially if you were to live on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. A good alternative to driving is to catch the ferry which is a spectacular trip on a great day. Have a look at Palm Beach Ferries or Sydney Scenic Cruises for some routes that cover Patonga.

Whilst in Patonga you can enjoy a refreshing ale in the beer garden of the local Patonga Beach Hotel, a coffee in the cafe or a bite of fish and chips from the general store.

Dunn's Swamp

Over the mountains from Sydney and a short drive from Kandos and Rylestone lies the hidden gem of Dunn's Swamp. Though the name may sound deceiving it is more a river then a swamp with the body of water a favourite for fisherman, kayakers and adventurers alike.

Dunn's Swamp is managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service which provids various camp sites at a small fee. The sites are accesible by 2wd and provide seperate areas for camper trailers and caravans.

Plenty of walks and places to explore on foot including the walk to the weir which makes the river what it is. If walking isn't your choice of adventure you can hire canoes and explore the river and its canyon like walls by water.

Certainly a great place to explore and fantastic to keep the kids busy in the water.

Check out the following sites for more information.

National Parks
Environment NSW - Search for Dunns Swamp