Adventure

The Gordon Park Rainforest Walk is a short, peaceful, and dog-friendly loop located in Nambucca Heads, New South Wales (on Wellington Drive, near the boat ramp and the Nambucca River). This shaded, accessible... pocket of coastal rainforest provides a relaxing escape with lush greenery and abundant birdlife right next to the town center

Dunggir National Park is a small reserve with some big draws: scenic driving routes, quiet picnic spots, a stellar lookout, and bushwalking for serious hiking. Dunggir is the Gumbaynggirr word for... ‘koala,’ which tells you a great deal about what sort of national park this is – one with deep Aboriginal roots and precious native habitat. Indeed, the connection of Dunggir National Park to its traditional owners runs back countless generations; there are many sites of spiritual significance scattered throughout the rugged ridges of the landscape, and Gumbaynggirr People still visit them today for bush foods and medicine. There are also at least twelve threatened animal species (including koalas and yellow-bellied gliders), 400 native plants, and three types of rainforest, though Dunggir is otherwise a low-key sort of place. It’s great for hiking and for visitors looking for a quiet picnic spot. A place of spectacular extremes, the park offers a stunning forest drive past tallow woods and ironbarks, and a must-see scenic lookout with wide views over the Nambucca Valley all the way to the coast. Not to mention some of the best birdwatching opportunities in the region.

Famous for its natural beauty and ease of access, the Nambucca River and its estuary offer a fantastic range of activities to enjoy all year round. Drop a kayak or paddle board in to explore the turqoise... waters, or get an even closer look at some wildlife while snorkelling along the boardwalk. With a sub-tropical climate, the water is perfect for swimming all year round. With boat ramps scattered along the river, it's easy to launch your boat for the day. Explore the many islands and hidden creeks along the length of the river and discover the amazing variety of marine animals that call the Nambucca River home.