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Experience Lismore’s Natural Wonders

September 17, 2026

Become a Thrill Seeker.

Lismore oozes natural beauty, with some of the most visually stunning places in Australia.

If you are a thrill seeker or dream of being one, book an adventure with the local experts from Wilderness Adventures, and experience the thrill of abseiling, canyoning, liloing, wild swimming, or an epic bushwalking adventure.

Every adventure is designed to be enjoyable, safe, memorable and educational.

Book a Nature Escape.

It is time to slow down and observe nature without any agenda! What better way to connect more with family than on a getaway.

Rummery Park Campground offers many walks, biking and horse riding trails in Whian Whian State Conservation area and Nightcap National Park.

Camp under the stars, toast marshmallows by the fire, make friends with the local wildlife, or just immerse yourself in an ancient land.

If you are looking for a little more luxury, Nightcap Ridge offers boutique cabins within Nightcap National Park, beautifully styled with attention to detail. This is a truly unique stay that will leave a lasting impression.

Meet the Locals

Lismore is home to one of the largest urban populations of koalas in Australia, and the region is home to one of the largest genetically diverse koala populations in NSW.

If you are looking to meet some of Lismore’s cutest locals, here are some of the best places to find them:

Robinson’s Lookout is accessed via Robinson’s Avenue in Girard’s Hill. A great place for nature walks just a few minutes out of the city, with stunning views of Lismore and a great place to spot koalas.

Tucki Tucki Nature Reserve is a 4 hectare reserve dedicated to preserving the local koala population and its habitat. Located 15km from Lismore along Wyrallah Road, 5.5km south of Wyrallah Village. When walking through the reserve keep your eyes peeled high in the trees for koalas.

Book a koala experience at Koala Gardens, see koalas in their natural habitat and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges they face and the importance of conservation efforts.

Protest movements made history in 1979, when a group of passionate, peacekeeping locals saved one of Australia’s most precious and ancient wilderness areas.

Walk in the Footsteps of Heroes

Imagine an early winter morning in 1979, a cool breeze stirs in the rainforest, the deep growl of a bulldozer rumbles and shakes the forest floor. But coming up the road, there is a rising chorus of song, beating drums, guitars and other musical instruments. Protestors march to defend the forest they love.

Visit Terania Creek and Protestors Falls to experience this truly magical area, walk in the footsteps of the heroes that saved it, and enjoy the new sculpture experience dedicated to these heroes.

There are ten sculptures that tell the story of this brave and determined group with photographic images and stories alongside each sculpture.

Follow the 1.4 km return walk to the base of Protestors Falls, then head back to The Channon Tavern for a hearty meal.

Chase Waterfalls

The region boasts many waterfalls, but Minyon Falls is by far the most epic with its 100m drop.

Minyon Falls is great for a quick stop, but if you’d like to spend longer at this majestic location there’s a picnic area with plenty of shady trees and picnic tables.

There are also a couple of bushwalks that leave from the picnic area, including Boggy Creek walk, and Minyon Falls Walking Track which takes you down to the base of the falls.

Join a local guide for a Wild Waterfalls Adventure Tour where you’ll experience the best waterfalls the North Coast has to offer.