Flynns Beach
Located in the resort precinct of flynns beach, this is a great tourist beach. with good waves for surfing, commonly patrolled areas all summer long, lots of shady spots under the norfolk pines and a cafe, flynns is an excellent family beach. parking can be a major hassle during summer, so either arrive early very early or be prepared for a walk.
Shelly Beach
Located right next to sea acres see above this beach has good waves on the northern end, and a semi-protected rock pool for snorkeling and children to the south. barbeque areas are availabe, but no food stores are on the beach. parking here is very hard at the best of times, so arrive very early, or park at the top of shelly beach road near the service station and walk down. it's an easy 800 m or so walk.
Town Beach
The most central beach in port macquarie. the southern end is the family end, and patrolled by life savers. it also has a great beach front cafe. the northern end is the surf end, and is not recommended for poor swimmers or families as it commonly has strong currents, and submerged rocks. parking is not as bad a the other beaches, but if you're staying in town, simply follow the footpath from town green along the breakwater. a small skate-park is located nearby.
Unfortunately, most of the amusement parks in Port Macquarie have now closed down, and show no signs of re-opening. Port Macquarie is still blessed with numerous great beaches: