10 Best hikes and trails in Yuraygir National Park

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Best trails in Yuraygir National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Yuraygir National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 29 great trails for walking, hiking, and camping and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 6 easy hiking trails in Yuraygir National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 68 to 2,224 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Yuraygir National Park.

Top trails

#1 - Angourie Walking Track

The Angourie Walking Track connects the Mara Creek picnic area in the north to Shelley Headland in the south. This ripper hike along the coast takes you through areas of coastland heath and across a ridge that overlooks sheltered bays and rocky shoals, providing excellent views. Once at Shelley Headland, you can either turn back and complete the return hike or do some car shuffling and make it a one-way trip. Additionally, camping is available at Shelley Headland campground. Bookings can be...

#2 - Durrangan Lookout via Angourie Walking Track

A beautiful coastal trail through the Yuraygir National Park on the northern coast of New South Wales, located near Lake Woolweyah. This out and back route begins and ends from the Mara Creek Picnic Area. The trail itself is a nice firm sandy track leading you all the way to the cliff line where you'll find the Durrangan Lookout. Return via the same route.

#3 - Yuragir Coastal Walk: Angourie to Brooms Head

The Yuraygir Coastal Walk spans 65km from Angourie to Red Rock. The trail is marked and showcases a variety of landscapes, including heathland plains, sandy beaches, creeks, lagoons, rocky headlands, and a marine park. The walk can be completed in its entirety with overnight camping stops or divided into shorter sections. It is recommended to walk from north to south. The region is the ancestral lands of the Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations. The Angourie to Brooms Head Walking Track is the...

#4 - Wilsons Headland Walking Track

This is an enjoyable trail exploring part of the Yuraygir National Park, located between Coffs Harbour and Yamba on the east coast of New South Wales. The trail begins from the Wilsons Headland Picnic Area off Diggers Camp Road, where you'll find plenty of parking. Follow the Wilson's Headland Walk over to Boorkoom Campground and back again. There are some stunning coastal views along the way.

#5 - Yuragir Coastal Walk: Illaroo to Wooli

The Yuraygir Coastal Walk spans 65km from Angourie to Red Rock. The trail is marked and showcases a variety of landscapes, including heathland plains, sandy beaches, creeks, lagoons, rocky headlands, and a marine park. The walk can be completed with overnight camping stops or divided into shorter sections. It is recommended to walk from north to south. The region is the ancestral lands of the Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations. You will begin your journey from Illaroo North Campground and head...

#6 - Shelly Head Campground via Shelly Beach Track

#7 - Angourie to Brooms Head Walking Track

The Angourie to Brooms Head Walking Track starts at the Angourie Surfing Reserve and takes you through a variety of coastal ecosystems. This is a fantastic walk, taking in expansive coastal views with plenty of spots to cool off in the ocean as you head south. Along the way, you'll cross Mara Creek, where it meets Back Beach, reach the beautiful shores of Lake Arragan, and pass by caves on the southern side of Shelley headland. As you walk, you'll find interpretive signs that provide...

#8 - Angourie Point and Back Beach Loop

A picturesque and interesting walk following Spooky Nature Gully Walk to Angourie Point Beach, Angourie Point and Angourie Back Beach. The route begins near Spooky Beach. Here there is parking for fifteen or so vehicles. It then follows the Spooky Nature Gully Walk to the popular surfing spot Angourie Point Beach. The beach is a great spot to watch surfers and even whales if the season is right. Watch out for snakes in the nature gully! A great stroll near Angourie, New South Wales.

#9 - Yuraygir Coastal Walk

This is an incredible four day hike following the coast in Yuraygir National Park located not too far north from Coffs Harbour in New South Wales. This point to point route begins from the coastal town of Red Rock and ends in Angourie in the Clearance Valley. Water crossings are required at Wooli River, Sandon River, Station Creek and Red Rock. Commercial ferries are available at Sandon and Wooli. It's possible to swim across with your pack in a large dry bag if you're feeling adventurous -...

#10 - Minnie Water to Wilson's Headland

A long and challenging route that takes in the spectacular beaches and cliffs between Minnie Water to Wilson's Headland beyond Diggers Camp. This route is varied to say the least with bush tracks, sandy beaches and fire trail making up some of the surfaces you'll come across. Make sure to come prepared for this walk with plenty of water, a bite to eat and sun protection.

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Trail reviews for Yuraygir National Park

1,050 trailgoers Busiest in April

Lindz Florey

Nov 28, 2024

Great conditionsGreat views

Just completed the Yuraygir walk. Started at Angourie in the afternoon and camped 4.9kms in at Shelley. Beautiful spot. Has a drop toilet. You need to carry water. The next day we walked to Sandon (20.65kms). Also gorgeous. Geoff, who manages the campground, will ferry you across the river for a small fee. Day 3 - Then off to Illaroo campground (10.49kms). Fabulous spot and has town water so you do not need to filter water. There is also a tap with a hose you can use to shower. You can walk to Minnie Waters and for coffee and smoothies. Day 4 we walked to Wooli (16.45kms). Try and push on if you can to Freshwater campground (an hour down the trail past the river; water carry). Wooli Holiday Park was a bit of a sad caravan park to stay in after camping in gorgeous national parks. Bruce will ferry you across the Wooli river for a small fee. There is a good pub a couple of kms down the road... Day 5 we walked to Red Rock (15.52kms). Gorgeous walk. If you do not time it for low tide, you will need to organise another boat to take you across. At low tide it took us a few trips each on a borrowed boogie board and double bagging to bring our gear across (go further up the river near the mangroves, trek across the island and then boogie board across the river). Tips - Bring hiking shoes and Teva's. Bring a proper sunhat and long sleeve sun shirt - very little of the trail is shaded. Time your walks for low tide so you hike on compacted sand. It makes the walk 500% easier. If you overpack, post some stuff back at Wooli post office (just a little walk from the holiday park). Food - Minnie Waters general store serves EXCELLENT food and coffee and goodies. Redrock general store is amazing. The Wooli hotel motel has a great pub and it is an easy walk. Showers - Hose shower at Illaroo beach camp. Fresh water beach showers at Minnie waters. Shower facilities at Wooli holiday camp. Showers at redrock.

Difficulty: Hard

Yuraygir Coastal Walk

Neal Foster

Aug 27, 2024•Hiking

Not crowdedGreat conditionsGreat views

Nice walk along the beach from Diggers Camp to Minnie Water following for the most part, the Yuraygir Trail.

Difficulty: Moderate

Minnie Water to Wilson's Headland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Yuraygir National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Yuraygir National Park is Angourie Walking Track, which has a 4.8 star rating from 91 reviews. This trail is 6.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 547 ft.

What is the longest trail in Yuraygir National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Yuraygir National Park is Yuraygir Coastal Walk. This trail is estimated to be 42.1 mi long.

How many trails are in Yuraygir National Park?

There are 29 trails in Yuraygir National Park. These trails have an average 4.2-star rating from 562 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Yuraygir National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Yuraygir National Park has you covered. Yuraygir Coastal Walk boasts the most elevation gain with 2,224 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Sandon River Road Gravel Ride, which will get you 846 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Yuraygir National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 12 camping trails in Yuraygir National Park and the most popular is Yuragir Coastal Walk: Angourie to Brooms Head with an average 4.5 star rating from 52 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Yuraygir National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 11 running trails in Yuraygir National Park and the most popular is Yuragir Coastal Walk: Angourie to Brooms Head with an average 4.5 star rating from 52 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Yuraygir National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Yuraygir National Park which is Sandon River Road Gravel Ride with an average 4.1 star rating from 7 community reviews.