scenic drives

live + work + play

Get off the beaten track and head for the hills to discover the real charms and natural wonders of the region. Just 30 minutes meandering along pretty country lanes will reach most of the region’s attractions – World Heritage-listed rainforests and National Parks, unspoiled beaches fringed with pandanus palms, colourful country markets and curio stores and picture-postcard villages surrounded by neat rows of coffee and macadamia plantations.

scenic drives

lismore + bexhill + clunes + eltham

This scenic hinterland drive will take you through beautiful villages of Lismore. Before heading out on your journey be sure to take adequate water, wear appropriate footwear, apply sun protection & wear a hat. (more)

scenic drives

lismore + nimbin + uki + murwillumbah

This 90km full day tour will take you into the world renown village of Nimbin exploring facinating and funky places of interest. There are so many great things to see and do along this drive, you will spoilt for choices.  Make sure you check out the monthly markets for that extra special experience. (more)

scenic drives

nimbin + the border ranges

Depart Lismore's Heritage Park turning left along Molesworth Street. Turn left at the Woodlark Street roundabout crossing over the Wilson River. Turn right at the first roundabout onto Bridge Street. If you have an interest in art be sure to stop in at Serpentine Community Gallery located at 17A Bridge Street. The gallery is a local artist initiative dedicated to showcasing the diverse artistic creations of local emerging artists. Opening Hours: Mon-Wed 9am to 5.30pm, Thurs & Fri 10am to 5.30pm. (more)

scenic drives

rainforest way + mt warning view circuit

Get off the beaten track and explore the enchanting rainforests and hinterland along the Rainforest Way. Stretching from Woodburn (NSW) in the south to Beaudesert (QLD) in the north, the Rainforest Way touring route is the perfect way to experience the landscape, lifestyle and diversity of the Northern Rivers and South East Queensland. (more)

scenic drives

rocky creek dam + minyon falls

Depart Lismore's Heritage Park turning left along Molesworth Street. Turn left at the Woodlark Street roundabout crossing over the Wilson River. Turn right at the first roundabout onto Bridge Street. If you have an interest in art be sure to stop in at Serpentine Gallery located at 17A Bridge Street. The gallery is a local artist initiative dedicated to showcasing the diverse artistic creations of local emerging artists. Opening Hours are Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm. Turn left into Terania Street, then take the first turn right after the railway bridge into Tweed Street and continue along Dunoon Road. Dunoon is a 20 minute drive from Lismore. (more)

scenic drives

the channon + protesters falls + nimbin + mt nardi

Depart Lismore's Heritage Park turning left along Molesworth Street. Turn left at the Woodlark Street roundabout crossing over the Wilson River. Turn right at the first roundabout onto Bridge Street. If you have an interest in art be sure to stop in at Serpentine Community Gallery located at 17A Bridge Street. The gallery is a local artist initiative dedicated to showcasing the diverse artistic creations of local emerging artists. Turn left into Terania Street, then take the first turn right after the railway bridge into Tweed Street and continue along Dunoon Road following the signposts to The Channon, a 20 km scenic drive through macadamia and stone fruit orchards. (more)

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