Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve

Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve is the most significant muttonbird site in NSW & provides great views of the coast and a glimpse at close quarters of the life cycle of one of Australia's most interesting migratory birds. Thousands of wedge-tailed shearwaters (or muttonbirds) travel here each year to breed.

The reserve is also a significant Aboriginal site associated with a dreamtime story concerning the moon falling into the sea. Note: Camping is not permitted.

Things to do & see include a walking track allows visitors to walk between the fragile burrows (1km return, 30min), whale watching (June, September) from a viewing platform at the eastern end and spectacular views of Solitary Islands Marine Park from viewing platform. The park is located at Coffs Harbour, follow the signs to the Jetty.