The draft master plan for a continuous coastal walking trail linking Caves Beach to Budgewoi will be on public exhibition from 12 June to 17 July.
National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and Transport for NSW (TfNSW) invite community members, local residents, walkers and other interested stakeholders to review the draft master plan and provide feedback during the exhibition period.
The proposed trail corridor spans neighbouring suburbs including Budgewoi, Lake Munmorah, Catherine Hill Bay and Caves Beach, crossing both Central Coast and Lake Macquarie local government areas.
Most of the proposed trail is located within Wallarah National Park and Munmorah State Conservation Area.
The draft master plan is intended to guide the development of a safe and sustainable coastal walking trail that connects people with the area's natural landscapes and supports nature-based recreation. Proposed features include improved access for walking and connecting with nature, educational signage and places to rest.
The master plan is being developed by NPWS with the project delivered in partnership with TfNSW. Current funding supports the development of the draft master plan.
Quotes attributable to NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service Director for Hunter Central Coast, Kylie Yeend
"This draft master plan sets out an exciting vision for a coastal trail with ocean views, coastal bushland and places to stop and take in the scenery.
"It's great to be progressing this election commitment and planning a trail that will benefit locals from Budgewoi to Caves Beach, as well as visitors.
"The draft master plan will be online from 12 June and you can attend a drop-in session - the full details are on the website at Caves Beach to Budgewoi Coastal Trail."
Quotes attributable to Transport for NSW Deputy Secretary Trudi Mares
"Spending time outdoors is one of the best things you can do for your mental and physical health, and this draft master plan is an important step towards another fantastic coastal trail for our state.
"The NSW Government has launched a consultation that will inform the development of the state's first ever Walking Strategy to improve the way government and councils plan, fund and design public spaces to encourage walking.
"This draft masterplan for what's set to be one of our most iconic coastal walks and we want to hear valuable feedback from the community, especially if you live locally or have an interest in sustainable track development."
