Hallidays Point: Beaches, Coastal Walks and Markets

Hallidays Point brings together several specific travel interests: beach activities, walking trails through varied landscapes and a seasonal market visit. If you’re looking for a hotel in Hallidays Point, first consider whether you want your days to focus more on activities by the sea, walking tours or a particular event. This distinction can also help you plan your travel dates, as the Black Head Markets take place on a specific Sunday.

Beaches and Coastal Walks

At Diamond Beach, you can fish, surf and take long walks; horse riding is also permitted. Before going for a ride, check any local or seasonal requirements for beach access. Black Head Beach is patrolled in summer and has a seawater pool. When choosing between the two beach areas, different features stand out: activities at Diamond Beach, and seasonal patrols and the pool at Black Head Beach.

Walking Through Varied Landscapes

Hallidays Point’s walking trail network stretches from Khappinghat in the north to Darawank Nature Reserve in the south. It passes through forests, along rocky coastlines, over headlands, through parks and beside lagoons. One route runs from the southern end of Diamond Beach to Shelley Beach at Red Head. The network gives you a sense of the broader north–south span, while the named endpoints of the route help you choose a specific walk.

The Black Head Lagoon Track is an easy, flat walking trail and is suitable for children on bicycles. Check current track conditions before setting out.

At Red Head Beach, the northern end of Black Head Beach, a rainforest track passes through striking coastal landscapes and rare stands of littoral rainforest. The technical term “littoral” refers to the coastal location of these rare rainforest stands.

Market Day, Skate Park and Café

The Black Head Markets are held at Wylie Breckenridge Park on the first Sunday of each month from September to May. Check the specific market date before travelling if visiting is a fixed part of your itinerary. The monthly and seasonal schedule can help you choose your travel dates.

The Black Head Skate Park is also located in Wylie Breckenridge Park. It opened to the public on 10 October 2025 and is suitable for all skill levels. The offerings at the same location involve different planning considerations: for the markets, it’s the monthly and seasonal calendar; for the skate park, check current visiting arrangements.

At Hallidays Point’s community shopping centre, The Point Bakery and Cafe offers gourmet pies, cakes and sourdough bread. It is open seven days a week; check current opening information before visiting. This specific café and bakery adds to the choice of beach and walking activities.

Discover more destinations: Tallwoods Village, Rainbow Flat, Manning Point, Koorainghat, Harrington, Taree, Wingham

For the broader travel overview: Greater Taree City Council.