The Myall Lakes system, comprising Myall Lake, Boolambayte Lake, and The Broadwater, is a vast, interconnected series of estuarine lakes on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. This Ramsar-protected wetland covers approximately 9,300 hectares, making it significantly larger than Sydney Harbour. The Myall River flows into the north-western side of The Broadwater and exits from the southern end, becoming progressively more tidal and saline as it flows towards Port Stephens, passing through the historic village of Tamboy and the towns of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. The lakes are shallow, with an average depth of 2 to 3 meters, and are largely surrounded by the Myall Lakes National Park, one of the busiest national parks in the state. The area between the lakes and the Tasman Sea consists of uninhabited coastal woodlands and long, isolated beaches, creating a spectacular backdrop for angling.