Diamond Beach is an ideal holiday destination with a beautiful 6 km long beach that is only 10 minute from all the activities, attractions, entertainment and facilities at Forster. It is an excellent spot for swimming, surfing, beach walks, fishing, playing with families on the beach and watching dolphins play in the waves and on cruises. The friendly and peaceful local atmosphere and diverse range of attractions and activities provide all you need for having a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. At Forster, you can join whale watching and deep sea fishing charters, a boat cruises, fishing, clubs and pubs and exploring Wallis Lake and the beaches. You can also enjoying canoeing, kayaking, go scuba diving, or head inland for camping, mountain biking and bushwalking in the local National Parks and
explore the major regional town of Taree. This region is proud of its coastal towns, national parks, surf beaches and heritage areas. Here you can enjoy marine wildlife such as whales and dolphins and terrestrial fauna such as kangaroos and koalas or just go to the beach for a canoeing, kayaking, swimming or surfing before sampling one of the award-winning local wines and enjoying local restaurants and entertainment. Events and things to do include #Scuba diving at South West Rocks# Visiting the Crowdy Head lighthouse # Seeing the displays at the Sea Acres Rainforest Centre in Port Macquarie # Exploring local heritage at the Trial Bay Gaol at South West Rocks #The monthly farmers markets at Wauchope. Local regional events include: World Triathlon Ironman at Port Macquarie in May; Trial Bay
Triathlon, at South West Rocks, in February; the Wintersun Festival at Port Macquarie in June; Australian Surf Festival at Port Macquarie in August; Old Bar Beach Festival in September/October.