Website:https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/brisbane-water-national-park (Website)
Description:Brisbane Water is an extensive northern branch of the Hawkesbury River estuary and Broken Bay. The towns of Gosford, Davistown, Woy Woy and Ettalong Beach line the shores of Brisbane Water, which also contains several islands including St Huberts Island. Brisbane Water is mostly shallow and tidal. The inlet narrows at "The Rip" which has a rapid tidal current. The waterways are renowned for their rich aquatic life. The catchment contains parts of Brisbane Water National Park and Bouddi National Park. Depths of generally 5 to 6m in the main water body, and bottom sediments are principally sands and silts. There is significant recreational use for water-based activities, particularly boating and fishing. A scenic focus for many suburbs of the City of Gosford, and a principal source of fresh oysters for Sydney.
Jurisdictions::Central Coast Council, NSW National Parks and Wildlife
