Great Eastern Ranges

Region: Mid North Coast

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A diverse range of activities for the whole family ensures the Mid North Coast is one of the most popular destinations in New South Wales. Here the Great Eastern Escarpment meets the coast, providing an inspiring backdrop to the region's beaches. Bays, tidal lakes, surfing and beautiful beaches make the Mid North Coast a favourite water playground.

The hinterland of the Mid North Coast provides a plentitude of natural attractions. The mighty Manning, Hastings, Macleay, Nambucca and Bellinger rivers have carved gorges and valleys through the picturesque hinterland. You can visit the heritage listed towns of Stroud and Wingham, or take a scenic drive along Waterfall Way, Buckets Way or Thunderbolts Way.

Mid North Coast Regions

• Coffs Coast
• Great Lakes
• Greater Port Macquarie
• Macleay Valley Coast
• Manning Valley
• Nambucca Valley
• Port Stephens
• The Bellinger

Towns in the Region

• Bellingen
• Coffs Harbour
• Dorrigo
• Forster Tuncurry
• Kempsey
• Nambucca Heads
• Port Macquarie
• Taree
• Walcha
• Wauchope
• Port Stephens and Nelsons Bay

Natural Highlights

Dorrigo National Park

Walk on the edge of the Great Escarpment in World Heritage listed Dorrigo National Park.

Nymboi-Binderay National Park

The Nymboida River rapids of Nymboi-Binderay National Park are renowned among whitewater enthusisasts Rafting is certainly the best way to fully appreciate the river's beauty.

Myall Lakes National Park

Listed as a Wetland of international significance, 40 km of beaches and rolling sand dunes make Myall Lakes one of the most visited National Parks in NSW.

We Love…

• The heritage towns.
• Trial Bay Gaol at South West Rocks.
• Watching Whales and Dolphins.
• Rainforests and National Parks.
• The 70 m suspended walkway at Dorrigo National Park.
• Diving at Solitary Islands Marine Park and Fly Point Marine Park.
• Exploring the 245 km² of Myall Lakes National Park waterways.
• Quad biking and sandboarding at Stockton Sand Dunes.
• The Koala colony at the Tilligerry Peninsula.

Local Knowledge

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Further Information

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