TOP 5 NATURE ESCAPES

Wineries, Waterholes and a Golden Dog

Coramba Nature Reserve

Wander through a rare remnant of native forest. Soak up the feeling of being dwarfed by old-growth trees under a closed canopy, protected and preserved through a regeneration project. Listen out for wompoo fruit doves and catch sight of frogs and potoroos along the river. Cool o in the crystal clear swimming hole near Hartley’s Bridge.

National Parks

Explore the hidden gems in Ulidarra and Bindarri National Parks by foot or bring your mountain bike to travel around its vast network of bike trails and walking tracks. Hop in your 4WD and journey to Bindarri where you can watch the waters of the Urumbilum River cascade over the Great Escarpment. There are plenty of swimming holes, walking trails and picnic areas for those who prefer a slower pace.

Motorcycle Touring

Experience the beautiful scenery and charming little country villages on this popular motorcycle touring route.

Trail bike riders and o roaders will love getting into the region’s diverse terrain, from sandy fast tracks, dense leafy tracks and some gnarly hills.

Orara East State Forest

Visit the eco-tourism accredited Bruxner Park Flora Reserve to take your pick of several walking tracks through subtropical rainforest. Here you can look for giant strangler figs and listen for the songs of the fruit doves and bower birds. Dogs are allowed if kept on a leash.

SCENIC DRIVES & PHOTO STOPS

Spend the day meandering through the villages of Karangi, Fridays Creek, Coramba, Dairyville, Ulong, Lowanna and Nana Glen. Grab a photo of historical locations, heritage buildings, landscapes, farm animals, flowers and birds. It’s a perfect drive in the countryside and so close to Co s.

North west of Coramba lies the village of Nana Glen, made famous by a certain Aussie actor who resides here. Stop in at Two Tails Wines to savour wine tastings and local-produce inspired cuisine before making your way towards Glenreagh, the oldest town in the Orara Valley. Glenreagh showcases historic buildings and a super-sized Golden Dog statue at the hotel – the perfect photo opportunity! East of Glenreagh is Sherwood Nature Reserve, an untouched tract of forest filled with waterholes and cascades just waiting to be discovered.