Gold Coast Airport 1 hr 6
Big Prawn (4 min)
Built in 1989, this beloved, 9m-high prawn sculpture is a popular spot for roadside selfies. Lake Ainsworth (19 min)
Tea-tree tannins & oil infuse this freshwater lake popular for swimming, kayaking & canoeing. North Wall Ballina (10 min) Shaws Bay (11 min)
Pretty bay on a river with beaches & spots for picnics, snorkeling, boating & camping. Ballina Visitor Information Centre (5 min) Northern Rivers Community Gallery (19 min) Australian Seabird Rescue (10 min)
Sea turtles, history, and turtles Broken Head Nature Reserve (30 min)
240-acre protected preserve featuring littoral rainforest, beachfront fishing & whale sightings. Summerland Farm (17 min) Richmond River Light (8 min)
Iconic historic landmark, circa 1866, offering panoramic views in peaceful surroundings. Shelly Beach (9 min)
This stunning, patrolled beach features swimming, sunbathing, picnicking & tidal pools to explore. Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum (5 min)
Museum featuring a historic raft, extensive models of ships & other related dioramas & artefacts. Lighthouse Beach, Ballina (8 min)
Beach, surfing, and great white shark Macadamia Castle (15 min)
Bright, relaxed cafe housed in a theme park, offering homemade cakes and macadamia-based meals. Classic Aero Adventure Flights (8 min) | 
