Ballina and Tweed Hinterlands

Credit: Ryan Fowler; Destination Tweed

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156.8KM / 97.4MI (Est. travel time 2 hours)

While the coast road from Ballina to Tweed Heads is a tourist mecca, venturing west into the hinterlands is sure to take your breath away.

This road trip starts by taking you to the ‘Rainbow Region’ and deep into the Hinterland before reaching the beautiful and relaxing Byron Bay. From hauling in your own lunch, to exploring a small village and avocado farm, this trip will certainly be one to remember.

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Lismore

Dubbed the Rainbow Region, Lismore is famous for its Tropical Fruits Festival.

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Sights & Activities

Summerland Farm

BCC Cinemas Lismore

Elindale House- B&B Lismore (not)

Mecca Cafe

Lismore Regional Gallery (new)

Summerland Farm

253 Wardell Road, Alstonville, New South Wales, Australia, 2477

(02) 6628 0610

hello@summerlandfarm.com.au

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Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person. Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss., Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access

Ambulant Access, Public Toilet, Parents Room, Non-smoking, Picnic Area

Picnic Area, Cafe, Kiosk

Public Toilet

WiFi

$3 ~ $5 AUD*

Parking, Coach Parking

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person. Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss., Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Accessible for Hearing Impairment, Catering for High Support, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person. Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.

* Entry fee to Adventure Playground. Additional activities pay as you go. Restaurant, retail outlets and cafe free entry. Family and annual passes are available.

Summerland House Farm is a 'must do' attraction in the Northern Rivers. There is something for everyone. A day at Summerland House Farm has fun

BCC Cinemas Lismore

Cnr Keen & Zadoc Sts, Lismore, NSW, Australia, 2480

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Elindale House- B&B Lismore (not)Elindale House- B&B Lismore

34 Second Avenue, Lismore, NSW, Australia, 2480

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Beautifully appointed 4 and half star Bed & Breakfast in a quiet street in Lismore. Close to the CBD restaurants and the University.

Mecca Cafe

80 Magellan Street, Lismore, New South Wales, Australia, 2480

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Lismore Regional Gallery (new)Lismore Regional Gallery

11 Rural St, Lismore, NSW, Australia, 2480

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Clunes

Next, point your car to the village of Clunes, a picturesque and laid-back town, where you’ll step back into the gold rush era.

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Arrive via car from Clunes17KM / 11MI ~ Approximately 14 minutes

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Sights & Activities

Eltham Hotel and Restaurant

Federal Doma Cafe

Eltham Hotel and Restaurant

Eltham Hotel

441 Eltham Road, Eltham, New South Wales, Australia, 2480

(02) 6629 1217

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Modern Australian

Live Music

Parking

Take a drive in the countryside to visit our quaint, country pub in the hinterland just 15 minutes between Lismore and Bangalow.

Federal Doma Cafe

6 Albert Street, Federal, New South Wales, Australia, 2480

(02) 6688 4711

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Japanese, Takeaway

Live Music

Since opening in September 2012, it has become a magnet for locals, day-trippers, and people travelling through the hinterland en route to Nimbin or Lismore.

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Byron Bay

Wind further up into the hinterland and then make our way down to Byron Bay.

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Arrive via car from Byron Bay29KM / 18MI ~ Approximately 27 minutes

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Sights & Activities

Cape Byron Headland and Lighthouse

The Legendary Pacific Coast

Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia, 2481

(02) 6639 8300

npws.tweedbyron@environment.nsw.gov.au

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Public Toilet, Picnic Area

Picnic Area, Barbeque

Public Toilet

Birdwatching, Walks

Parking

The Cape Byron Headland Reserve is a State Conservation Area managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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Mullumbimby

Take a detour into the sub-tropical hinterland in the Northern Rivers, where you'll find rolling hills and pristine rainforest.

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Arrive via car from Mullumbimby19KM / 12MI ~ Approximately 16 minutes

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Sights & Activities

Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens Byron Bay Hinterland

81 Monet Drive, Montecollum, New South Wales, Australia, 2482

(02) 6684 3111

info@crystalcastle.com.au

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Public Toilet, Non-smoking

Cafe

Public Toilet

Walks, WiFi

$29.00 ~ $49.00 AUD*

Parking

* Adult AUD 49. Concession AUD45. Child (four to 14 years) AUD35. Family (two adults and two children) AUD98. Extra child with Family ticket AUD9.

A short scenic journey into Byron's hinterland lies a faraway magical place with peaceful ambience and exquisite natural splendour.

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Kingscliff

Drive on north to towards Kingscliff.

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Credit: Ryan Fowler; Destination Tweed

Arrive via car from Kingscliff46KM / 29MI ~ Approximately 33 minutes

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Sights & Activities

Catch a Crab

11-17 Birds Bay Drive, Tweed Heads West, New South Wales, Australia, 2485

(07) 5599 9972

info@catchacrab.com.au

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Boating, Fishing, WiFi

Catch a Crab Tours offer the chance to experience the nature of the scenic Tweed River and try the succulent taste of fresh mud crab,

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Tyalgum

A lazy meandering drive away from Byron Bay is the pretty village of Tyalgum.

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Credit: Ryan Fowler; Destination Tweed

Arrive via car from Tyalgum46KM / 29MI ~ Approximately 35 minutes

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Sights & Activities

Mavis's Kitchen and Cabins

Flutterbies Cottage Cafe

Mavis's Kitchen and Cabins

64 Mount Warning Road, Uki, New South Wales, Australia, 2484

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Flutterbies Cottage Cafe

Sally Singh Photography

23 Coolman Street, Tyalgum, New South Wales, Australia, 2484

(02) 6679 3221

info@flutterbies.com.au

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Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair., Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access

Ambulant Access, Non-smoking

Classic Australian, Takeaway

Entertainment, WiFi, Live Music

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair., Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

Flutterbies Cottage Cafe is the award-winning drawcard of Tyalgum, a classic country village steeped in history.

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