Forster coastal bar webcam
Live webcam vision and weather updates to help you prepare for a safe boat trip across the Forster coastal bar.
About Forster coastal bar
The popular mid-north NSW coastal towns of Forster and Tuncurry sit to the south and north sides respectively of the Coolongolook River and Cape Hawke Harbour.
This webcam shows the entrance channel and surrounding offshore waters.
Local waterways include the Wallamba River, Forster Keys and Wallis Lake at the northern end of the Great Lakes region. The twin townships are surrounded by national and marine parks and are popular destinations for boating, fishing, diving, paddling, cruises, whale watching and surfing.
Plan ahead
When planning a bar crossing or going offshore, carefully consider the suitability of your vessel to handle the conditions.
Understand how to safely cross coastal bars.
Live webcam
Local weather update
Disclaimer
The information contained herein is published as a guide only and Transport for NSW does not accept any responsibility for errors or omissions, or for any loss or damage incurred by any person directly or indirectly relying on such information. The use of the information is at the user's own risk.
Privacy
Transport for NSW cameras may incidentally capture and retain footage of members of the public who pass a camera located at or near a waterway. This may include individuals such as pedestrians, vessel operators, vehicle drivers and carpark users.
TfNSW strives to minimise this incidental collection of personal information by adjusting the field of vision to focus on waterways. If you have concerns about your personal information, please contact Transport for NSW.