Protesters Falls Walking Track

Nestled in the rugged ranges of Nightcap National Park, World Heritage-listed Protesters Falls walking track leads through magnificent rainforest to a spectacular waterfall. An ideal short walk for families and nature-lovers, it’s a great stop on a driving tour of the beautiful NSW North Coast hinterland, near Lismore. Named after the Terania Creek protests of […]

Pholis Gap Walking Track

Pholis Gap walking track is perfect if you’re looking for spectacular views across to Wollumbin-Mount Warning and the dramatic mountains of the Nightcap escarpment. Situated in northern NSW, this moderate walking track offers spectacular mountain scenery, and is ideal for families and keen birdwatchers. Starting at Mount Nardi, the track meanders through lush rainforest of […]

Mount Matheson Loop

Experience the variety of the unique landscape along the Mount Matheson loop. On this short walking track you’ll hike through the lush rainforest that encircles Mount Matheson, before reaching the dramatic cliff edges that feature eucalypt forests. It’s not a long walk but some might find it challenging, so you’ll need to be reasonably fit, […]

Wade Park

With five hectares of parklands, Wade Park is a favourite venue for family gatherings and a great place for kids to burn off some excess energy. There are plenty of swings, slides and picnic shelters, plus a wheelchair-accessible playground featuring a big red bus. Wade Park’s big draw card is its road safety playground complete […]

Tucki Tucki Nature Reserve

Created in 1958 by a committee of locals caring for koalas, this four hectare reserve is dedicated to preserving the local koala population and its habitat. It is located approximately 15 kilometres from Lismore along Wyrallah Road, 5.5 kilometres south of Wyrallah Village. When walking through the reserve keep your eyes peeled high in the […]

Terania Creek Picnic Area

The grassy Terania Creek picnic area is an ideal place to relax for a picnic or barbecue lunch with family and friends in Nightcap National Park. This special area was the scene of protests to save the rainforests of NSW from further logging. Aside from its natural beauty, it is an important part of the […]

Rocky Creek Dam

Patient nature lovers may spot a platypus at Rocky Creek Dam. The dam wall is 27 metres high, 187 metres above sea level and, when full, the dam holds 14,000 mega litres of water. The 29 square kilometres of catchment area include sections of Nightcap National Park, Whian Whian State Forest and revegetated farmland. The […]

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. The Rainforest […]

Riverside Park

Take a stroll along the riverbank into the City Centre and read about Lismore’s rich river history at the interpretive story sites along the way. This wonderful park connects residents and visitors to the Wilsons River, which runs through the heart of Lismore. Enjoy the three-kilometre riverside walk starting at 207 Molesworth Street taking in […]

Protesters Falls

Located in World Heritage Nightcap National Park, Protesters Falls is a must-see while exploring the Lismore Hinterland. The easy 1.4 kilometre walk from Terania Creek Picnic Area winds its way through the Bangalow palm forest to the base of the falls. Swimming is not permitted in the area as it is home to the endangered […]