Just south of Forster, the New South Wales’ northern coast is dotted with gloriously isolated beaches beloved by surfers, bushwalkers and beach anglers. The beaches around Seal Rocks, a laid-back little coastal enclave named after the collection of rocky outcrops (home to the northernmost colony of Australian fur seals), are delightfully deserted. The slightly busier Blueys Beach to the north is another stunner as are the more secluded sands of both Shellys and Elizabeth Beach.

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