Nine Nature Spots You Should Know in Coffs and Surrounds!
Luke Young • April 26, 2021
After some naturalistic destinations to feel the fresh air and uncover Coffs’ hidden offerings? Here’s our best recommendations:
- Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve Walk – Miss this and you’re missing out on an iconic piece of Coffs. This trek starts at the marina and ends atop the outfacing cliffside of Muttonbird Island, surrounded by ocean. You may even catch glimpse of a whale! Here’s a link to more info.
- North Coast Regional Botanic Garden – Picturesque scenery is ever on display at this locale. From mangroves and forests, to globally styled gardens and wetland. Take your family and bring a camera! Here’s a link to their site.
- Niigi Niigi (Sealy Lookout) – it’s simply the best view of town! Just 15m North of Coffs, you’ll find the unforgettable Forest Sky Pier, gifting you a pleasant panorama, with an undercover picnic area! Here’s a link to more info.
- Coffs Creek and Harbour Loop – Experience iconic regional flora and fauna upon the pleasant Coffs Creek in a jumble of road, dirt and boardwalk. Plenty of small loops to trek, but for those more determined the whole track takes 2hrs. Here’s a link to more info.
- Macaulay’s Headland & Beach – Embark upon on a stroll atop headland over to the gorgeous Diggers Beach. Plenty of spots to take a snap or stop for a snack, and a view of Coffs rivalled only with a chopper! Here’s a link to more info.
- Ulidarra National Park – Sprawling forest with history in its every stump! See the birds, picnic by the water and all-in-all stunning surrounds. Here’s a link to more info.
- Gumgali Track – A picturesque trail in the close-by suburb of Korora which blends the local historic Gymbayggirr culture with the flora and fauna. Embrace the art on display and keep an eye out for Goannas! Here’s a link to more info.
- Dorrigo National Park – An incredible, lush rainforest walk located 1hr inland. It features excellent picnic spots and waterfall walks, plus a one-of-a-kind boardwalk atop the rainforest itself for unforgettable views and perhaps a new profile picture! Here’s a link to more info.
- Bindarri National Park – Explore hidden treasure hideaways of old-growth forest in the mountains just 20km from Coffs. It’s a serene experience fluttered with local wildlife! Here’s a link to more info.
You’ve now got all the knowledge of the best spots around Coffs Harbour, so take to adventure! And if you’ve not yet booked your stay on the Coffs Coast, consider booking with us here at The Observatory Holiday Apartments, located just moments away from the CBD and beautiful beaches. We offer 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom ocean view apartments, so if you’d like to enquire about our room availability then please give us a ring on 02 6650 0462.
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