Lake Cathie Suburb Profile

Lake Cathie is a seaside sanctuary full of ease and wonder down the road from Port Macquarie on the Mid North Coast of NSW. Families and retirees flock to the area for its hassle-free lifestyle, many of whom can be seen pottering around the shops and making the most of the stunning landscape for which the area is prized. Living in Lake Cathie means easy access to the lake, which is ideal for swimming, fishing and kayaking, while Lake Cathie Foreshore Reserve is all about leisurely picnics by the waterside. The sun-kissed stretch of Lake Cathie Beach is where ocean swimmers and budding surfers go to play, and the coastal walk soaks up incredible views of the region. Yet, it’s the flourishing marine life that truly delights. 

While Lake Cathie is well-serviced for everyday needs with a supermarket, bakery, pharmacy, café, post office and tavern – when locals want more, Port Macquarie, with its line-up of cafes and eateries and two shopping centres, is a short 15 minutes away. It’s also where you’ll find Port Macquarie’s Airport, which has direct flights to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. 

Living in Lake Cathie offers a peaceful, close-knit community with the perfect blend of modern conveniences and natural beauty. Along the outskirts of Lake Cathie, new developments and a primary school have popped up, a nod to the coastal town’s increasing popularity. Yet, it does little to distract from the slow, easy-breezy lifestyle that keeps people local for the long haul. 

Area Features

Lake Cathie

The beating pulse of this seaside town, Lake Cathie, is where locals go to swim, paddle, sail or fish.

Lake Cathie Beach

Beautiful and sun-kissed, Lake Cathie Beach is loved for its calm swell – ideal for ocean swimming and those learning to surf.