Wyrallah

Downstream from Lismore, on the Wilsons River’s meandering journey towards the sea, lies pretty Wyrallah. Once a bustling river port, the area is now more notable for its attractive and varied gardens. About 5.5 kilometres south of the village, on Wyrallah Road, stop off at the Aboriginal Bora Ring at the back of the Tucki Tucki Cemetery. […]

Whian Whian

Whian Whian is located in the heart of the Northern Rivers hinterland, 25 kilometres north of Lismore. Whian Whian State Conservation Area was created in 2003 to protect the area surrounded by Nightcap National Park. This site is home to threatened species such as the spotted tailed quoll, koala and platypus. Camp or enjoy a […]

Tuntable Creek

Tuntable Creek is a beautiful quiet rural area located in the heart of the Northern Rivers hinterland. It is a 40 minute scenic drive from Lismore, 25 minutes from Dunoon, 10 minutes from The Channon and 20 minutes from Nimbin. It provides a peaceful setting with plenty of country charm.

Tucki Tucki Nature Reserve

The area of Tucki Tucki is known for its nature reserve that was created in 1958 to preserve the local koala population and habitat. The residents of the Tucki district formed a committee and four hectares of land adjacent to the Tucki Public School were planted with a variety of trees to provide food and […]

The Channon

Nestled in the foothills of the Nightcap Ranges and bordering Nightcap National Park, The Channon serves as the gateway to Terania Creek and Protesters Falls, an area of remarkable natural beauty imbued with cultural, historical and environmental significance. Adding to its allure, the village proudly hosts Australia’s oldest art and craft market, The Channon Craft Market.  The village […]

Terania Creek

Terania Creek is famous for its residents who were the first residents in the Australian environmental movement’s history to place themselves between a bulldozer and a forest. The protest was an important event in the campaign to gain World Heritage listing for central-eastern Australia’s forests. Spectacular Protesters Falls in The Nightcap National Park is accessible […]

Rosebank

Nestled on the fringes of lush rainforest, this tiny hamlet is dotted with macadamia and coffee plantations – including the first coffee grower in the region, Rosebank Gold. Ensure your visit includes a trip to Minyon Falls, situated north of Rosebank and at the eastern border of Nightcap National Park. The falls, at times gently trickling and at […]

Rock Valley

The beautiful town of Rock Valley is home to Australia’s smallest Post Office. Rock Valley is a scenic 25-minute drive from Lismore and 30 minutes from Nimbin, the post office and general store offer a great range of local food, arts and crafts. This route can also be used as a scenic alternative drive to […]

Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill is a quiet rural area located just outside of Lismore. Offering spectacular hinterland views, take the scenic drive from the top of Richmond Hill Road, accessed off Ballina Road, and follow it right to the end where you can connect to Boatharbour Road and visit Eltham Valley Pantry, a great spot for a […]

Nimbin

Nimbin is a village located 30 kilometres North of Lismore next to the World Heritage listed rainforest, Nightcap National Park. Nimbin was a sleepy dairy town until 1973 when it became the focus of national attention for its famous Aquarius Festival. Nimbin is a community renowned for its imaginative thinking, stunning scenery and alternative lifestyle. […]