A visit to Kattang Nature Reserve will be fondly remembered by you and your family for years to come. While on holiday at one of the immaculate Port Macquarie hotels, you will definitely want to make the time to check out this shining gem of the NSW coast. Kattang Nature Reserve is 58 hectares of rugged beauty, and this area was made into a reserve in 1983 by the Save the Headland Action Group for the purpose of maintaining the scenic nature of each hectare. It is proudly listed on the Australian Register of the National Estate.

What can you expect to see when you visit the Kattang Nature Reserve? First of all, the views are just stunning. A case in point is the unbelievably awesome Perpendicular Point, which is the standout feature of the entire nature reserve. Situated in the middle of the reserve, it juts out like an arm or leg into the sea. It is difficult to express in words the beauty and majesty of the Point’s vertical cliff faces that drop 40 meters to the sea below.

All around the reserve you will find some incredible rock formations and platforms, all carefully molded by nature. You’ll see sturdy, uneven headlands all over Kattang, as well as several types of land. Study the differences between dry heathland, wet heathland, headland complexes, and the littoral type of rainforest. Keep a eye open for the various types of wildlife that are common to the Kattang Nature Reserve, such as the koala, and many different species of birds.

It is not at all unusual to see Lorikeets, Wattlebirds, Yellow Robins, Torresian Crows, and Eastern Spinebills while visiting the area. As there are many types of flowering plants growing on the reserve, many of the birds you will see are Honeyeaters, who feed on the nectar from the flowers. The abundant shrubbery that is sprinkled here and there helps to shelter and protect the little ground birds, such as the Wren, the Quail, and the Thornbill. Sea Eagles and Peregrine Falcons glide happily through the reserve. All in all, there are around 154 different species of birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians in the Kattang Nature Reserve.

Anyone who is a general flower lover, or has some knowledge of the native Australian flowers will throughly enjoy a visit to what is known as the Flower Bowl Circuit inside of the Kattang Nature Reserve. Wildflowers such as wedding bush, flannel flower, and everlasting daisy as well as some gorgeous native specimens grow and bloom profusely in this area. This circuit is an easy walk of about 2 km, and you can also enjoy some lovely scenery while you stroll. Generally, there are some flowers in bloom year-round.

Definitely take the time to go on the Perpendicular Point Walk. This one starts out at the Bergalta Car Park, is a relatively easy walk of around 3.6 km, and is worth every step! You’ll get a “wide screen” view to the south of Diamond Head, to the southwest of North Brother Mountain, and to the north of Port Macquarie.

Kattang Nature Reserve is so fascinating, you may just decide to come back again the next day to bask in its beauty.