Iluka Nature Reserve
A coastal rainforest across the Clarence River, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area and the largest coastal rainforest in New South Wales, reachable by ferry from Yamba.
Iluka Nature Reserve covers about 135 hectares and protects the largest coastal rainforest in New South Wales. It forms part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area. A walking track of about 2.5 km links the town of Iluka with Iluka Bluff, passing strangler figs, palms and many bird species. From the lookout on the bluff you can see the beaches, and winter and spring bring whale-watching. Ferries from Yamba wharf take about 30 minutes to reach Iluka, with several departures daily, so check the timetable. From the landing you can walk into the rainforest. It suits a half-day trip, and you can have a seafood lunch in Iluka before heading back. Entry is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Clarence River Lighthouse
- Yamba Main Beach
- Woody Head, Bundjalung National Park
- Pippi Beach
- Yuraygir Coastal Walk
- Angourie Blue & Green Pools
- Maclean
- Grafton Jacarandas