EXPLORING WILDERNESS

Co s Coast is home to many beautiful wild places. Our National Parks and Nature Reserves are brimming with abundant wildlife, stunning flora, primitive rainforests and serene waterways. Discover these natural wonderlands to wander through… everything is closer than you expect!

ECO-TIP

WHEN YOU’RE OUT IN NATURE, TAKE YOUR RUBBISH HOME WITH YOU – THIS HELPS REDUCE SCAVENGING BEHAVIOUR AND THE SPREAD OF LITTER BY NATIVE ANIMALS.

Exploring Wilderness

Bindarri National Park

Get your boots on for some quality hiking through pockets of lush subtropical rainforest, old-growth forests and towering eucalypts. Options range from the easy 1km Bangalore Falls walk to the 26km Plateau Circuit Loop. Bindarri is also home to a series of spectacular waterfalls, including the rugged Bangalore Falls. You’ll find great swimming spots throughout the park – try out the one at the Bindarray Picnic Area. 4WD exploration is also possible with experienced drivers opting to tackle the 80km Orara Escarpment touring route from Co s Harbour.

Moonee Beach Nature Reserve

Stroll along the paved pathway at Look At Me Now Headland for panoramic ocean views and a closer look at the many eastern grey kangaroos that make their home on the headland. At the southern end of the reserve, enjoy the waters of Moonee Creek.

Sherwood Nature Reserve

Cross creeks and wander through sub-tropical rainforest at Woolgoolga Falls Walking Track. Just a short drive or cycle west of Woolgoolga township, this small-scale adventure is fantastic for kids, with a picnic area at the beginning, several shallow water crossings, wellmaintained tracks and a waterfall at the end!

Ulidarra National Park

Riverside picnics at Bucca Bucca Creek, the challenging 3.2km End Peak walk, and adventure activities such as mountain biking, 4WDing and birdwatching – or exploring diverse wildlife habitats where you can spot koalas, owls and bats, among others. The park also borders the Bruxner Park Flora Reserve, renowned for unrivalled views of the region’s landscapes and seemingly endless Pacific Ocean.

Bongil Bongil National Park

This coastal location south of Co s Harbour is home to open beaches, sweeping views and peaceful streams. For an unforgettable family outing in a forest setting, explore the 80kms of the Muurlay Baamgala cycle trails. Alternatively, choose to picnic along the banks of Bonville Creek, SUP boarding and kayaking along the tranquil Pine Creek

Dorrigo National Park

The World Heritage listed park provides the setting for the ultimate nature discovery. Spend the day exploring the Gondwana Rainforest that has been millions of years in the making. Popular rainforest walking tracks include Wonga Walk to Crystal Falls, Rosewood Creek to Coachwood Falls and Red Cedar Falls. All walks start at the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre and Skywalk Lookout.