So much more than the lake
Lake Cathie Progress Association
The Lake Cathie Progress Association has launched this website to keep you up to date on local projects, issues, business & tourism.
Welcome to Lake Cathie
the place of enjoyment
LCPA Major Projects
Lake Cathie
Things to Do
Lake Innes & Ruins
4x4 Beach Access
Dog Friendly Areas
Your little piece of paradise
“Lake Cathie pronounced “cat eye” is a town located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. It is about 20 minutes drive south of Port Macquarie and 20 minutes drive north of Laurieton with a current population of approximately 3,600 people.
Lake Cathie is an area of high conservation value and serves a variety of uses, from water bird habitat to recreational boating and swimming
The Lake Cathie Community is hospitable, friendly and is a popular holiday destination on the Mid North Coast of NSW because of its tranquil location hosting the lake, lagoon and beautiful beaches.
Lake Cathie’s main feature is the tidal lake that is fed by the ocean daily. Several times throughout the year the lake is closed over by Mother Nature with shifting sands and becomes dark in colour due to the tannins in the local flora.
Lake Cathie is popular for its Mediterranean climate, and is said to be one of the best climates in Australia. It also has an extensive foreshore areas complete with picnic areas and BBQ facilities.
The town is a popular holiday destination, and hosts a number of businesses including a Woolworths supermarket, local tavern, Lake Cathie Bowling Club, bakery, fish & chip shop, coffee shop, pharmacy, post office, and a fashion shop.
Many tourists take advantage of the lake all year round, and the area is very popular for fishing and swimming – especially when the lake is opened.
A little about your community
About Lake Cathie
Never ending enjoyment
Temperatures for Lake Cathie
Lake Cathie has moderate summer temperatures. The summer high temperature for Lake Cathie is approximately 25° c. The summer low temperature is approximately 16°c.
Lake Cathie has mild winter temperatures. The winter high temperature for Lake Cathie is approximately 17° c. The winter low temperature is approximately 5° c.
Lake Cathie Tides
Lake Cathie Water Height
Lake Cathie Weather
Community Groups
Family membership
- Family yearly membership
- No joining fee
- Member General Meetings
- Work closely with council's local projects
- Work on issues for benefit of the wider community
- Support local business sustainability
Business membership
- All of the above plus the following:
- Business yearly membership
- No joining fee
- Promote tourism to the area
- listing on the GPMTA website
- Shop local promotions
- Listing on LCPA Website
- Business "Spot Light" on Facebook
- Networking dinner events with quality quest speakers
Lake Cathie Progress Association
Explore our membership options
The LCPA Membership, whether as an Individual/Household Member or a Business Member is valued and are both paramount for the success of the organisation.
In comparison to individual/household Membership the Business Members pay a higher Membership Fee which provides extra benefits.