Wilsons River Experience Walk
A flat riverside stroll following Wilsons River through parklands and open green space. Interpretive signage shares local stories, and it’s common to see birdlife along the water. This walk can connect to the Lismore Bicentennial Walk for those wanting to extend their time outdoors. This walk is approximately 3km return.
Nimbin Rainbow Walk
Step into a vibrant journey where nature, creativity, and community spirit come together on the Nimbin Rainbow Walk. This 750-metre scenic trail offers locals and visitors a safe, accessible, and inspiring way to explore the lush beauty of Nimbin’s natural landscape, while also celebrating its rich cultural and artistic heritage. Follow the gently winding path, […]
Northern Rivers Rail Trail
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a shared recreation and nature trail traversing some of the most spectacular countryside in Australia. When completed, the 132 kilometre trail will connect Murwillumbah, before tracking south through the Tweed Valley to Crabbes Creek, through the Byron Shire to Eltham, and on through Lismore and Bentley, finishing at Casino. […]
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 […]
Whian Whian State Conservation Area
Just to the north of Lismore, Whian Whian State Conservation Area was formed to protect an area that surrounds Nightcap National Park. This charming area and its surrounds are chock-full of fantastic, fun things to do outdoors. It’s a great spot from which to enjoy some of the day walks in the area, take a […]
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 the Wyrallah Village. When walking through the reserve keep your eyes peeled high in […]
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, near Lismore. This special area has a rich history of conservation and was the site of historic protests to save it from further logging. Beyond its natural beauty, Terania […]