Oakes Oval and Gordon Pavilion

Oakes Oval is Lismore’s premier sporting venue, with a capacity of 10,000 and facilities including a turf wicket, change rooms, referees’ rooms, first aid rooms, and canteen. The complex has hosted state, national, and international events for rugby league, football, baseball, and cricket, and continues to attract major sporting events due to its excellent facilities […]

Lismore Workers Club

Operating since 1954, the Lismore and District Workers Club was established to cater for the interests of the workers of Lismore and the surrounding areas. Offering a welcoming and community-oriented environment, the club has become a cornerstone for locals in the Northern Rivers region. With modern facilities that cater to a wide range of interests […]

Wade Park

With five hectares of parklands, Wade Park is a favourite venue for family gatherings and a great place for kids to burn off some excess energy. There are plenty of swings, slides and picnic shelters, plus a wheelchair-accessible playground featuring a big red bus. Wade Park’s big draw card is its road safety playground complete […]

Rocky Creek Dam

Patient nature lovers may spot a platypus at Rocky Creek Dam. The dam wall is 27 metres high, 187 metres above sea level and, when full, the dam holds 14,000 mega litres of water. The 29 square kilometres of catchment area include sections of Nightcap National Park, Whian Whian State Forest and revegetated farmland. The […]

Riverside Park

Take a stroll along the riverbank into the City Centre and read about Lismore’s rich river history at the interpretive story sites along the way. This wonderful park connects residents and visitors to the Wilsons River, which runs through the heart of Lismore. Enjoy the three-kilometre riverside walk starting at 207 Molesworth Street taking in […]

Protesters Falls

Located in World Heritage Nightcap National Park, Protesters Falls is a must-see while exploring the Lismore Hinterland. The easy 1.4 kilometre walk from Terania Creek Picnic Area winds its way through the Bangalow palm forest to the base of the falls. Swimming is not permitted in the area as it is home to the endangered […]

Pholis Gap Walking Track

Explore the lush subtropical rainforests and beautiful waterfalls of the World-Heritage Listed National Parks, formed from the Wollumbin shield volcano over 20 million years ago. The track was named after Athol Pholi who was killed by a tree fall while working in the area. Beginning at Mt Nardi the track meanders through the rainforest for […]

Nimbin Swimming Pool

The Nimbin Swimming Pool is a free pool operated for residents and visitors to the village of Nimbin. The pool has multiple shaded areas, a free barbeque and picnic tables for your enjoyment. The pool is the perfect place to cool off in the warmer months and is family friendly. Open seven days a week […]

Nesbitt Park

Lismore’s Nesbitt Park is located just a short drive from the Lismore CBD, and is accessible via a pathway connection from the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, just 1.1 kilometre from the Trail Head at the Lismore Railway Station. Nesbitt Park features a mountain bike skills and pump track, playground and exercise equipment, barbecues, picnic tables […]

Mt Matheson Loop

Experience the variety of the unique landscape along the Mount Matheson loop. On this short walking track, you’ll hike through the lush rainforest that encircles Mount Matheson, before reaching the dramatic cliff edges that feature eucalypt forests. It’s not a long walk but some might find it challenging, so you’ll need to be reasonably fit, […]