The eastern extremities of the Great Dividing Range are explored on this trip. Stunning valleys nested between parallel coastal ridges feature along with pristine rainforest containing mountain giants and cool mountain streams.

Route
Coffs Harbour hinterland is located just 10kms west of Coffs Harbour. Allow 4 to 5 hours for this trip. We will climb to 700m meters above the ocean at Coffs Harbour Jetty then plunge into pristine rainforest.

Timing
This trip can be undertaken all year round. The winters are mild but pack a jumper. The summers can get hot but water is available at most creek crossings to cool off in.

Fuel and supplies
Coffs Harbour has a number of large supermarkets and fuel is plentiful. Limited fuel is available at Coramba. The round trip is about 60km.

Highlights
Flora and fauna, coastal views, stunning mountain views and abundant wildlife. You will need to engage 4wd on this trip. Creek crossings feature in the drive along with cool rock pools and forest giants.

This is a great day out where you won't believe just how closely we circle the city limits exploring hidden valleys, travelling through lush farmlands, passing secret little B & Bs and boutique wineries.

Then we hit the bush! Travelling on well formed roads and trails we will pass through old growth forests, under tall tree ferns, then along ridges where we will rise some 700 metres above sea level and have spectacular views down across the Coffs Coast and beyond. Soon we will drop down through pristine rainforest pockets, passing waterfalls and stunning rock pools. It is hard to believe that the hustle and bustle isn't too far away. We will criss-cross several creeks that make you appreciate our area and just how easy it is to access with your 4wd. We will have morning tea in a pristine area where the beauty will surround us as the birds call out to each other and the huge gums reach for the sky.

You will need to engage 4wd on this trip. Bring the swimmers as you can cool off in one of the refreshing creeks while we have morning tea. For the more adventurous negotiate the 'Rock Slide' into a deep pool that will take your breath away. Bring shoes, camera and a hat.