Connors Walking Track

Tracing the rugged coastline, in northern NSW near Kempsey, this moderately challenging track offers delights all year round. Close to Hungry Gate campground in the southern section of Hat Head National Park, Connors walking track offers fantastic whale watching in autumn, brilliant wildflowers in spring, and secluded beaches in summer. In the warmer months, you […]

Community Healing Mural

This creation was put together from the inspiration of being in nature on country and connecting back to the land, being grounded replenishes the soul and makes you feel whole again. This also gives a sense of healing water plays a massive part in this, walking barefoot on the ground helps with your connection to […]

Collombatti Lookout

Collombatti Lookout offers 360-degree views of the Macleay Valley Coast, on a clear day view Mt Yarrahapinni to Crescent Head along the coast. There are also views of Kempsey to the south and Bellbrook’s Andersons Sugarloaf Mountain to the west. Cedar Park Picnic Area is located near Cedar Park Scenic Drive. The road is unsealed […]

Christina Huynh (STYNA) Macleay River Mural

Set along the Macleay River, with a backdrop of the iconic Kempsey bridge, Christina’s artwork tells a light-hearted and playful narrative of vulnerable flora and fauna endemic to the Macleay Valley Coast. Pictured here are the White-Flowered Wax Plant, Swamp Orchid, a Green and Golden Bell Frog, Koalas, and Azure Kingfisher. There is also a […]

Cedar Park picnic area

Cedar Park picnic area sits on the banks of Stockyard Creek, and takes its name from a stand of red cedars which provide plentiful shade and the tranquil setting for a long picnic or lunch. Particularly in summer, when temperatures soar, this quiet picnic area serves as an ideal respite in the heart of the […]

Carrai National Park

Inland from Kempsey, Carrai National Park protects vast tracts of eucalypt groves and subtropical rainforest on Carrai plateau, a huge granite area with steep escarpments that drop dramatically to Kunderang Brook and Macleay River. For those with a sense of adventure, a 4WD, and some good camping gear, this part of the New England Tablelands […]

Bridle Trail

Retrace history along an easy walking 1.2-kilometre return track, Bridle trail, near Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park, five kilometres east of South West Rocks.  In days gone by, horses would haul the massive steam crane used in the granite quarry during the construction of the ill-fated breakwater. You won’t see any exhausted horses […]

Boyters Lane Bird Hide

Take in the wealth of bird life at the Boyters Lane Bird Hide on the way into South West Rocks. Built on an old dairy farm, the bird hide is placed within a tranquil area of rehabilitated bushland, mangrove and salt marsh. Stroll along the recently built walkway, read the information board and be sure […]

Gladstone Heritage Buildings

Gladstone is a must visit while you are in the Macleay, the quaint village is home to 19 beautifully preserved buildings that host local art galleries, an emporium, artisan finds and boutique shopping sourced both locally and internationally. Stretching along the banks of the Macleay River it is a relaxing and beautiful village making shopping […]

Boorganna Nature Reserve

Established in 1904, Boorganna Nature Reserve is the second-oldest nature reserve in all of NSW. It’s located on the southern edge of Comboyne Plateau and protects a significant remnant of rainforest, which once covered the entire landscape. Take your time soaking up the beautiful and varied scenery here, which encompasses no less than six types […]