Get distracted in Fisherman's Bay. A charming little coastal cove.
Within the Port Stephens area it will take you about 30 - 40 minutes from the north of Raymond Terrace via Richardson Road or the south of Raymond Terrace via Tomago Road. Although the bay itself is a recreational spot and great for picnics, exploration and watersports it is on the edge of Anna Bay, where you can pick up necessities and fill up with fuel. It's also close to the Stockton Sand Dunes and Boat Harbour both of which are also great places to explore. Pets are not permitted at the bay itself but there are other options close-by. It will add an extra hour on to your travel time but if you can spare it it's worth the trip in.
USEFUL LOCAL LINKS
Queensland Border to South Ballina (Approx: 110 kms), South Ballina to Woolgoolga (Approx: 185 Kms), Woolgoolga to Kempsey (Approx: 135 Kms), Kempsey to Taree (Approx: 120 Kms), Taree to Raymond Terrace (Approx: 145 Kms), Raymond Terrace to Sydney (Approx: 165 Kms), Sydney to Nowra (Approx: 160 Kms), Nowra to Bodalla (Approx: 168 Kms), Bodalla to the Victorian Border (Approx: 197 Kms)