Nature

Explore our natural assets and National Parks, watch the sun rise at Mt Warning, hike to the base of a waterfall and swim in the fresh water - full day or half day tours available

The coastal lookouts offer amazing views of the Pacific Ocean and make for the perfect vantage point for watching the humpback whale migration that occurs annually from May through until October...

Killen Falls is one of several waterfalls in the region and a beautiful place to visit when in the area. Stroll along the boardwalk, offering a viewing platform located on the top of a cliff...

Walking and cycling Ballina's shared paths is a popular activity, easily accessible for people of all ages. Visitors and residents can enjoy a leisurely cycle or stroll, exploring the river and...

Lake Ainsworth is situated at the northern end of Pacific Parade in Lennox Head. The lake is a fresh water lagoon that is discoloured by tea tree tanins leaching from the trees that surround the...

EAST BALLINA | Distance - 1.3km | Time - 40mins | Difficulty - Easy

Explore the Cape Byron Marine Park while snorkeling at Julian Rocks, set sail at sunset on the Richmond River or venture along stunning East Coast on board one of Out of the Blue Adventures...

Ballina has 32km of golden sands, sheltered coves, spectacular surfing breaks and vast open beaches.... the coastline is simply stunning.

Protesters Falls is a waterfall located in the World Heritage Listed Nightcap National Park and named after the Terania Creek protests which took place in the late 1970's.

DUNOON | Distance - 1.2-6km | Time - 20min to 2hrs | Difficulty - Easy

Located on the top of Lennox Point, Pat Morton Lookout has extensive views out to the Pacific Ocean and north stretching up Seven Mile Beach.

BROKEN HEAD | Distance 1.6km return | Approx 1 hour | Difficulty - Easy

There are plenty of sheltered, quiet and calm waters for families to relax and cool off around Ballina and Lennox Head. Not everyone loves the surf, some prefer the calmer waters and Ballina caters...

LENNOX HEAD | Distance - 3km | Time - 1 hour | Difficulty - Easy to medium | Stunning views

Located near the hinterland village of Alstonville, Victoria Park Nature Reserve is a small reserve of remnant Big Scrub Rainforest. | Distance - 400m loop | Time - 20mins | Difficulty - Easy |...

Take a scenic stroll along the Richmond River and discover Ballina's History.

A pristine stretch of sandy beach from the Lennox Point Headland and the national surfing reserve including the famous right hand break - one of the top ten breaks in Australia, then to the north,...

Vision Walks provide tours that help you to connect with the natural environment and explore local life. They offer small group, walks and wildlife tours in the beautiful hinterland plus cultural...

Visit the Wardell jetty and the 70m boardwalk overlooking the Richmond River. This is a relaxing stroll and a great spot to wet the fishing line. It's magical at sunset when the sun dips behind the...

Minyon Falls is a plunge waterfall which descends more than 100 metres over the huge rhyolite cliffs that were once part of the Tweed Volcano. The large viewing platform at Minyon Fall is easily...