About Pathways

Proposal for Path

Within the local community there is interest in establishing a walking/cycle trail connecting local points
of historical and environmental interest.

The elevated roadside reserve adjacent to the bird observation shelter is an ideal entry point for such a trail and site for a map and sign giving visitors an overview of the location of points of interest. An overview sign would represent an important first step, with trail construction staged over coming years and subject
of community efforts and separate grant applications for funding from various sources.

1. Torrence Street section incorporating bird-watching hut

This section of the path is almost complete. Outstanding work to be done includes:
• judicious replanting of native shrubs with the site shaped to be amenable to ongoing maintenance; and 

• printing and installation of sign including a map of local sites of interest.

2. Eastern side of path parallel to Middle Crescent Street

This proposed section of the path would involve some thinning out of the vegetation along the Middle
Crescent side of the swamp. This path traverses NSW National Parks land. 

3. Western side of path parallel to Warren Street

This proposed section of the path connects Seaham Park to the existing mown path that currently loops past
Tom’s Cottage. The proposal includes possible culvert pipes or 20m boardwalk to cross the gully line. This path traverses Port Stephen’s Council and NSW National Parks land.

4. Boardwalk on southern side of pathway

This proposed section of the path includes an approximately 75m boardwalk which crosses wetland area
to the south of Seaham Park. This land is Port Stephen’s Council??

5. South-eastern side of path parallel to Middle Crescent Street

This proposed section of the path connects Seaham Park to the existing mown path that currently loops
past Tom’s Cottage. The proposal includes 75m boardwalk to cross the wetland area. This path traverses
Port Stephen’s Council and NSW National Parks land.