Yarriabini National Park

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The Pines picnic area, Yarriabini National Park. Photo: G Wallace/NSW Government
Banksia, Yarriabini National Park. Photo: G Wallace/NSW Government
The Pines picnic area, Yarriabini National Park. Photo: A Turbill/NSW Government
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Yarriabini National Park

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About

Lush rainforest, clear bubbling creeks, tranquil picnic spots and spectacular coastal views are just a snapshot of what you'll find at Yarriabini National Park. A short scenic drive from Nambucca Heads and Kempsey, it provides an ideal day trip for the whole family.

Don't miss the spectacular views from Yarriabini lookout, where you'll get expansive views over Macleay Valley and Trial Bay. Take the popular car touring route along Way Way Creek Road to The Pines picnic area and enjoy a peaceful picnic surrounded by vibrant green rainforest. Admire the Aboriginal artwork and learn about the significance of this area to local Aboriginal people.

Pack your mountain bike and cycle through tall forests and across Bangalow palm-lined creeks on Way Way Creek Road. And for those who enjoy birdwatching, you'll find a colourful array of birdlife. Look out for square-tailed kites, rainforest pigeons and glossy black-cockatoos.

The park at a glance

Explore Yarriabini National Park on a school excursion or day trip. Enjoy spectacular coastal views, a rainforest walk or a scenic drive, as well several great birdwatching and picnicking spots.

Lush rainforest, clear bubbling creeks, tranquil picnic spots and spectacular coastal views are just a snapshot of what you’ll find at Yarriabini National Park. A short scenic drive from Nambucca Heads and Kempsey, it provides an ideal day trip for the whole family.

Don’t miss the spectacular views from Yarriabini lookout, where you’ll get expansive views over Macleay Valley and Trial Bay. Take the popular car touring route along Way Way Creek Road to The Pines picnic area and enjoy a peaceful picnic surrounded by vibrant green rainforest. Admire the Aboriginal artwork and learn about the significance of this area to local Aboriginal people.

Pack your mountain bike and cycle through tall forests and across Bangalow palm-lined creeks on Way Way Creek Road. And for those who enjoy birdwatching, you’ll find a colourful array of birdlife. Look out for square-tailed kites, rainforest pigeons and glossy black-cockatoos.

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Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Best times to visit

Spring

Enjoy a scenic drive along Way Way Creek Road, with its bubbling creek crossings and vibrant green forest.

Summer

Enjoy a picnic under the shade and wander through the cool rainforest at The Pines picnic area.

Autumn

Take your mountain bike along Way Way Creek Road and feel the refreshing air in the forest.

Winter

Admire the colourful banksias in flower along Tower Road as you head up to Yarriabini lookout to see spectacular views of Macleay Valley.

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

3 places

Drives (1)

  • Way Way Creek Road drive

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Before you go

Opening

Always open

Nearby towns

Macksville (12 km) · Kempsey (51 km) · Port Macquarie (98 km)

Get in touch

Coffs Harbour office

02 6652 0900npws.coffscoast@environment.nsw.gov.au

4/32 Edgar St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Where you'll be

Way Way NSW 2447