Gold Coast Airport 1 hr 9
Northern Rivers Community Gallery (4 min) Ballina Visitor Information Centre (4 min) Australian Seabird Rescue (12 min) Sea turtles, history, and turtles Richmond River Light (4 min) Iconic historic landmark, circa 1866, offering panoramic views in peaceful surroundings. Lake Ainsworth (16 min) Tea-tree tannins & oil infuse this freshwater lake popular for swimming, kayaking & canoeing. Angels Beach (4 min) Spread along 68 hectares, this dog-friendly beach is a popular spot for surfing, swimming & fishing. Shelly Beach (5 min) This stunning, patrolled beach features swimming, sunbathing, picnicking & tidal pools to explore. Big Prawn (9 min) Built in 1989, this beloved, 9m-high prawn sculpture is a popular spot for roadside selfies. Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum (4 min) Museum featuring a historic raft, extensive models of ships & other related dioramas & artefacts. Shaws Bay (6 min) Pretty bay on a river with beaches & spots for picnics, snorkeling, boating & camping. North Wall Ballina (19 min) Macadamia Castle (18 min) Bright, relaxed cafe housed in a theme park, offering homemade cakes and macadamia-based meals. Lighthouse Beach, Ballina (4 min) Beach, surfing, and great white shark Ballina Head Lookout (4 min) Broken Head Nature Reserve (26 min) 240-acre protected preserve featuring littoral rainforest, beachfront fishing & whale sightings. |