North Coast NSW Locations

Most famous for the giant man-made banana at the northern end of town, Coffs Harbour is one of the largest regional cities in New South Wales. Sprawling for miles up and down the coast, the area's many beaches make for perfect holidaying territory ­.. read more

Entry Fees apply. School and Community Groups welcome. Within walking distance from town- approximately 10 minutes from the centre of town, drive by car or catch public transport. read more

The Arakoon State Recreation area is one of the most popular in the state drawing over 1,000,000 visitors annually. This beautiful coastal area with beaches, barbecue and picnic areas is a great place for fishing and bushwalks, with many historical features.. read more

There are a variety of short and longer trails on offer, suitable for people of all ages and ability. The coastal towns of Mylestom and Urunga are the gateways to superb beaches in the area, perfect for surfers, anglers, and walkers. The town of Bellingen.. read more

The community of Bonville lies just south of Coffs Harbour. It is best known for the Bonville International Golf Resort and the Butterfly House. read more

Venture our on the Skywalk (70 metres, level) and Walk with the Birds (500 metres return with seating provided). Both are wheelchair accessible. Picnic with the brush turkeys at The Glade, and visit the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre and the Canopy Cafe... read more

Fingal Bay is the most eastern township in Port Stephens, it is surrounded by National Park and has a majestic bay and patrolled surfing beach and is just 5 minutes from the heart of Nelson Bay and a stones throw away from Shoal Bay. read more

Forster's main beach is just a stone's throw from many accommodation options, or head out of town for more secluded beaches which literally stretch for miles. read more

Midway between Taree and the Great Lakes region is the coastal area of Halliday's Point/Diamond Beach. Blackhead Beach at Halliday's Point is patrolled during Summer and features ocean pools, excellent fishing and picnic areas and barbecues for family outings.. read more

Jerseyville is a small village near Kempsey in New South Wales. The village lies between Spencers Creek and the Macleay River. The village consists of one street lined with houses. Jerseyville is close to South West Rocks on South West Rocks Road. read more

Little Beach is an ideal family beach setting in Nelson Bay. It sits in a small sheltered bay, and has piers for fishing and boating, barbeque facilities, a children's' playground, restaurant at one end and a takeaway kiosk at the other. The car park.. read more

4WD beach driving is permitted between Hawks Nest and Big Gibber. Seasonal Ranger tours are available. read more

Located on the coast, at the mouth of a small local river which bears its name, Nambucca Heads is a sleepy township just south of Coffs Harbour on the New South Wales mid-north coast. It's the beautiful surrounding beaches that mark out the area, making.. read more

Other highlights of the area include many water and nature based activities, including fishing, scuba diving, and exploring untamed natural wilderness and the extensive sand dunes of Stockton Beach. read more

Cruise out onto the Bay to enjoy a Dolphin Watch with the resident bottlenose dolphins, or even go Whale Watching (in season). Hire a Jet Ski or learn to Scuba Dive. Take in a little history enjoying morning tea at the Inner Lighthouse, fly down hill.. read more

Long sandy beaches, pristine rainforest, the magnificent Solitary Islands marine Park and the nearby Dorrigo National Park make Sawtell a must visit destination. Sawtell is bounded to the east by safe surf beaches, to the north and south by unspoiled.. read more

A 1.5 hour return walk includes a visit to WWII gun emplacements. Shoal Bay, a pristine sandy beach with cobalt blue waters and resident dolphin population. Shoal Bay can be reached by road approximately two hours north of Sydney. read more

The area has eight beautiful beaches, numerous river tributaries and Arakoon State Recreation Area. Trail Bay Goal is a must-see. First occupied in 1886, it is built from pink granite quarried nearby. Enjoy fabulous views from Smokey Cape Lighthouse opened in 1891.. read more

Key attractions include Ellenborough Falls, at 200 metres it's one of the longest single drop waterfalls in the southern hemisphere one hours drvie north-west of Taree; Wingham Brush, a rare sub-tropical floodplain rainforest remnant in the heart of.. read more

No camping permitted. Features: Scenic rugged coastline; Samurai Beach - official Unclad Beach, north end One Mile Beach; wealth of bird life, native fauna and colourful wildflowers. Visitor facilities in surrounding areas include picnic and BBQ areas.. read more

Trail Bay is a great place for sailboarding and sailing. Walk around the crescent-shaped beach and discover the wreck of one of three vessels which where stranded there in early 1970s. Trail Bay Goal, located in Arakoon State Recreation Area, is a must-see.. read more

Aldavilla is a area west north west of Kempsey. The Kempsey Winery Trail passes through Aldavilla. Aldavilla has the Aldavilla Primary School, general store, Kempsey Airport and the Mid North Coast Correction Facility. read more

The Gateway to the Stockton Beach Sand Dunes, a mecca for 4WD and fishing enthusiasts, Anna Bay has a village shopping centre that caters for al your basic needs. Birubi Point is the northernmost point of the 32 kilometres of Stockton Beach, a popular.. read more

Barranganyatti is south of Eungai Rail near the Tamban State Forest. read more

Batar Creek is located 40 minutes South of Port Macquarie and sits on the asses to Middle Brother National Park, home to the Big Fella Gum tree and the largest tree (by volume) in New South Wales, the Bird Tree. read more

Bellbrook was named in 1882 after the local bellbirds and the adjacent river. A farming community rich in history and natural surrounds the village itself being classified by the National Trust. Bellbrook has a general store and historic pub offering.. read more

Bellimbopinni is an area north of Frederickton on the Pacific Highway. There is a primary school at Bellimbopinni. read more

The Belmore River is north of Crescent Head as you follow Loftus Road. The Belmore River joins the Macleay River at Gladstone. Tourist Drive 12 follows the Rivers as you travel from Crescent Head to South West Rocks. read more

Boambee is a short drive south of Coffs Harbour and is a perfect location to rest at one of the areas great resorts. Close to beaches, heritage reserves and numerous attractions. read more

Boambee is a short drive south of Coffs Harbour and is a perfect location to rest at one of the areas great resorts. Close to beaches, heritage reserves and numerous attractions. read more

Small village approximately 40 kilometres north west of Taree on Tourist Drive 8. read more

Located just 15 minutes from Nelson Bay, Bob's Farm is the heart of the area's wine trail. Why not sample some wine from the 3 local wineries. You will also find cellar door sales, gourmet products, cafes and barbecue facilities in lovely landscaped.. read more

Bonny Hills was originally home to the fishing enthusiasts amongst the tough, north coast timbermen and dairy farmers from nearby Wauchope and hinterland. The old wood fishing shacks of the past are long gone, replaced by homes and holiday parks with.. read more

Featuring Boorganna Nature Reserve including Rawson Falls. A remnant of the former extensive rainforest located on the Comboyne Plateau. Diverse in rocks, soil, landscape, plants and animal life. 396 hectares in size. read more

The walk along the lake is recommended The walk along the lake is recommended for the less energetic. read more

Bril Bril State Forest is west of Telegraph Point. There is an old tin mine near the State Forest. read more

Rainforest also abounds in the area, and several days could easily be wasted away lazily exploring the diverse natural terrain of the district. Visit late in the year for the annual fishing festival and rodeo-show. Or enjoy the local market on the first Saturday of each.. read more

Burnt Bridge is west of South Kempsey and south of Euroka. read more

The dairy-farming village of Comboyne is perched high on an open plateau and surrounded by lush farmland and rainforest, and if it wasn't for the distinctly Australian bird calls ringing out of the bush, the green patchwork hills could be in Yorkshire, England.. read more

Just half an hour south of Port Macquarie; you'll find the seaside villages of the Camden Haven strung out along the mouth of the Camden Haven River. On the north side of the river, you'll find North Haven with its alfresco cafes, shady barbecues, riverside picnic areas.. read more

North of Bellbrook and Slim Dusty's childhood home. read more

Chatham is a suburb of Taree located approximately two kilometres from the centre of the city. Busy business area including picture theatre, veterinary clinic, medical centre, pharmacy, accommodation, Primary and Secondary Schools, sporting club, aquatic.. read more

Clybucca is an area north of Frederickton on the Pacific Highway. Tourist Drive 12 starts or finishes here depending on the direct you are coming from. The tourist drive goes to South West Rocks, Gladstone and Crescent Head. read more

Collombatti is north west of Frederickton, there is a scenic drive which goes through that area. The Collombatti Scenic Drive is mostly a dirt road and best to be done in a 4 wheel drive vehicle. Visit Cedar Park which has a picnic area, barbeque facilities and toilet.. read more

Comara is north west of Bellbrook. Blackbird Flats recreational area is nearby. Camping, fishing and canoeing favourite past times at Blackbird Flats. read more

Comboybe is a small village on the Comboyne Plateau situated on Tourist Drive 8. Approx one hour drive north west from Taree. A picturesque area, close to National Parks, lookouts and waterfalls. Fuel, food and accommodation available. read more

Cooperabung is north west of Telegraph Point. Cooperabung Creek Nature Reserve and Cooperabung Hall is also in this area. read more

Corangula is an area north west of Turners Flat near Kempsey. read more

Crescent Heads is famous for its surf circles. The area is hemmed on the south by Goolawah Reserve and Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve. North of the town lies Hat Head National Park which stretches all the way to South West Rocks. Crescent Head was declared.. read more

Today, Croki is a sleepy little rural village on the Manning River surrounded by lush dairy farms with spectacular scenery over Oxley and Mitchell Islands to the South and the Brother Mountains to the North. Accommodation at Croki includes a riverside.. read more