Walk My World provides highly detailed guides for those who love to explore independently and seek out hidden gems. If you prefer a closer look, stretch your legs along Rosewood Creek walking track. It doesnt appear anywhere online (well until we found it and wrote about it) so you will almost certainly get it to yourself. Walking Bellingen Shire Forest, Lookout, Cafe Grade 3 One way 8.7 km 3 hours 300m 310 m Tarkeeth State Forest Start location: 74 Mount St, Fernmount NSW 2454, Australia Before you go - tips to stay safe Fernmount to Bellingen You will need a car shuffle or a taxi ride as this is a one way walk, although it can be walked in either direction. Bellingen is surrounded by lots of great waterfalls, and one of the most spectacular is also one of the lesser visited ones. If you only want to take a quick look you can view the falls from the lookout right beside the car park, but heading down the quick and easy walking trail will give you better views. The setting is truly awe-inspiring as it tumbles down a huge cliff deep in the ancient rainforest. If youre in need of a caffeine fix wed highly recommend Heartfire Bakery and for dinner or drinks, the eclectic Bellingen Brewery. Make the effort to drive out just to see how beautiful this part of Bellingen really is. Walking on a misty day, when the low hanging cloud drifted into the forest turned out to be one of the greatest days we've had in Australia. It has a wonderful swimming hole at the base and the area feels wild and remote. There are no facilities whatsoever at the Promised Land, so please remember to take all rubbish with you and keep this area beautiful for generations to come. The walking track we took is the Bundagaree Rainforest Walk, a 6km circuit. Its a fantastic hike, although I didnt find the final part of the walk easy which Ive explained in detail in this post. We spotted this one on Instagram a long time ago and couldnt wait to check it out. Theres a pool at the base which makes for an incredible wild swimming spot (unless the flow is too powerful in which case you can paddle in the pool before the base). Other places to consider include Cedar Bar & Kitchen which is located in an old church, People of Coffee which is a cool cafe located in an old petrol station, The Old Butter Factory and the retro vibes of Bellingen Gelato. Be prepared, youll want a full day to spend taking in the swimming holes, and national parks here. A similar distance from Bellingen is Sawtell Beach which is another great option. Does not cater for people with access needs. Utes with farm dogs line the main street alongside Land Rovers, BMWs and rusty bicycles. Find out how easy it is to get down to the bottom of Dangar Falls, you can bring you kids too! Unfortunately the viewing platform for the lower falls burnt down in the fires of 2020 so you cant get a completely unobstructed look at the whole waterfall. CountryLink trains run three times a day from Sydney to nearby Urunga and Coffs Harbour (about eight hours). The colour changes according to the light and can be anything from electric blue to turquoise to almost crystal clear. Wander the narrow streets of Goolwa's early commercial core known as "Little Scotland", have a flavoursome beer at the microbrewery, The Steam Exchange, and have a mosey around the Goolwa Markets. We visited on a cold Autumn day so swimming was out of the question for us. Goolwa stands at the mouth of the river on Lake Alexandrina and derives its name from an Aboriginal word meaning elbow. With dense trees ferns, hanging vines, strangler figs, colourful fungi and so many birds, its a really immersive experience. Did you know you can go white water rafting on the Nymboida River which is just 1h20m north of Dorrigo? We used to talk about travelling the world together, and in 2012 we finally made that happen. The signpost says its difficult and recommends two hours for the walk, but this was double the time it took us and we stopped many times just to appreciate the scenery, as well as to take photos and videos. Just a few minutes down the road from the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre lies Dangar Falls, the first of our must see waterfalls on the Waterfall Way road. For a more secluded option we recommend heading for North Valla Beach where a short five minute stroll on a good path through the bush, will take you to a very quiet stretch of sand (the walk begins at the park at the end of Cockburn Street). All this is just a few minutes walk from Ebor Falls car park. We headed up to Wrights Lookout for sunrise, which was very special if you can manage the early start. To get to the rope swing (which is also where one of the deep pools is) head north from the car park, along the trodden down path, and youll be there in less than five minutes. But the beauty of this incredible canyon is the pure silence. Sign up to our mailing list to get our free mini guide! We visited the winery for a tasting and the setting, wine and staff were great, which tallies with the reviews for their guesthouse too. I'm Annie, the co-founder of Londoner In Sydney. 2.45 roundtrip walk from the Treehouse. Towards the end of our walk, we stop at Lardner Lookout to admire the view across the Bellinger valley, before descending to Hill Street and a cafe in Bellingen. There are a couple of different ways of getting here, the quickest being the 3.2km return Crystal Shower Falls Walk. Getting there Almost halfway between Sydney (5.5 hours' drive north) and Brisbane (five hours' drive. Bongil Bongil National Park is a 30 minute drive from Bellingen. Bellingen On-line links you to local businesses, restaurants, accommodation, events, activities, maps, as well as art, craft and produce markets, and tourist information. Uranga Beach permits dogs off-leash Weve watched this kind of bat exodus in a few different places and the great thing about Bellingen is that they fly high above you and you dont need to bring a poncho if you know what I mean.. . If you thought you had to visit Queensland for electric blue swimming holes, then think again. The relief of rejuvenation as you wade into an alpine stream. NPWS info: Dorrigo Wonga Walk (includes Crystal Showers Falls): Hungry Head (not always patrolled), (20 mins): Mylestom (not always patrolled), (20 mins): Sawtell (often but not always patrolled), (30 mins). Here the countryside opens up to lush green farmland, where cows graze, and a dirt road completes a circular loop of Glennifer Valley, overlooked by the brooding escarpment of the Great Dividing Range, which is often shrouded in mist. It is a 30-minute drive from Coffs Harbour airport, serviced by several daily flights from Sydney and Melbourne on Qantas, Tiger Air and Virgin Blue. The 185 kilometre Waterfall Way scenic drive links Coffs harbour and Armidale, passing rainforest, river valleys and waterfalls, including New England and Dorrigo National Parks. The map below (blue line) is a short Watched over by the commanding Mt Warning, and surrounded by five World Heritage National Parks, the countryside surrounding Murwillumbah is a blend of rolling green hills and gently flowing rivers, punctuated with pockets of sugar cane, banana plantations, hobby farms and small villages. 1. Yvonne has been a keen hiker since her dad took her up the Drakensberg as a child. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. By ELKW. We began in Fernmount, leaving the view towards the Promised Land from the Bellingen lookout, and the cafes in town, as the end reward for our physical efforts. This trail is estimated to be 4.7 mi long. terms and conditions Wed recommend it even to people who dont usually do much walking, as long as there are no issues with the path not being manicured. If in summer, take water, a hat and sun cream. Without a 4WD, it's easiest to access the beach from the Urunga Boardwalk (see below). 2.45 roundtrip walk from the Treehouse. Whilst the Waterfall Way technically continues all the way to Armidale, if your primary interest is in waterfalls, theres no need to go beyond Bakers Creek. The walk begins along Slingsbys trail, stretching 6.5km to Lanes lookout along gently undulating terrain that's also suitable for mountain biking. Bellingen has this effect on a lot of Sydneysiders we met whove since relocated to this part of the world. When driving from Dorrigo youll first pass Sherrard Falls (which is also gorgeous but theres nowhere to stop), before you pass Newell Falls. Its a huge jaw dropping 7km long beach that is one of our favourites on the east coast. Heres What It Looks Like! It costs $195 for a whole day trip white water rafting with Break Loose. Its also very special on misty days when the cloud swirls to reveal different parts of the view. Frequently asked trail questions about Bellingen, According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Bellingen is. Go on a road trip from Bellingen to Armidale along Waterfall Way, 18. Make sure you bring clothes for all seasons when visiting Bellingen and Dorrigo. Again, if it wasnt for our host at The Belfry Guesthouse to tell us about some of the things you can do in Bellingen, we wouldnt have known about the awesome road trip you can do down to Armidale which takes 2 hours. The first thing to know is when you get to Dorrigo, the temperature drops as its 746m above sea level. The road winds steeply through the lush rainforest of Dorrigo National Park to a height of 750 metres at Dorrigo Mountain. This year however we base ourselves at a handsome 1900s federation home, with a prime Bellingen location that we found on Airbnb. The location will probably make you wonder if youve found the right place as it looks like youre gatecrashing someones home from the outside which is over 100 years old. Theres even a rope swing if this all sounds too sedate. Map: Link; Bellingen lookout. Ebor Falls should not be missed. Previously we have stayed at the Promised Land Cottages (now Promised Land Retreat), 12 kilometres north of the town across Lavender's Bridge and next door to Helfgott's property. Thanks for your support! Which trail has the most elevation gain in Bellingen? Thank you x. Thats amazing! Within easy walking distance to all of Bellingens cafes and restaurants the Guest House on Hyde gets rave reviews. Check out the reviews and prices on: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, that we will earn a small commission if you click through and decide to make a purchase. There are several different deep swimming holes if you want to have a proper swim, as well as plenty of other spots along the river which are shallower, but good for a paddle. White water rafting on Nymboida River. Get the latest news and updates emailed straight to your inbox. From this point, Wrights Lookout is just 700m away and the Cascades Trail is a 2.8km circuit. When taking a dip in the water here, please dont wear sunscreen or insect repellant which harms the local wildlife (there are always plenty of shady spots so you dont need to worry about getting burnt). Unlike the Eagles Nest, the 8km walk to Wrights Lookout and the Cascades is one wed recommend to keen hikers. 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