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The Rainforest Way

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The Rainforest Way comprises 7 loops and trails taking in 14 World Heritage listed National Parks (Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area) and over 650 km of scenic drives.

With the ancient volcanic caldera of Mount Warning at its centre, the main Rainforest Way drive leads you through the heart of the region, linking the towns of Casino, Kyogle, Rathdowney, Beaudesert, Canungra, Nerang, Murwillumbah, Nimbin and Lismore. Along this primary route you'll find the loops and trails that are your way to the rainforest.

Highlights

  • Beautiful waterfalls and steep gorges, with stunning escarpments offering long views over the lush rainforest.
  • An amazing concentration of primitive plants, including the world's highest concentration of the ancient Antarctic Beech.
  • Hundreds of kilometres of walking tracks.
  • Lots of art galleries, fresh local produce, cafés and wineries, as well as alternative lifestyle communities where you can spend hours exploring these hidden cultural wonders.
  • Spectacular Pinnacle Lookout on the Tweed Range Scenic Drive.
  • Hanging Rock Falls, on the Nimbin-Kyogle loop, for its spectacular waterfall and cool swimming pool.
  • Take the spur road climbing the base of Mount Warning and walk the 200 m Lyrebird Walking Track.

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