The Foundation's Contribution to Yuraygir
On the 22nd October 2010 saw the official opening of the Yuraygir Coastal Walk between Angourie and Red Rock.The Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife helped fund the formalisation of the Yuraygir Coastal Walk and provided interpretive signage along the track to enrich visitor’s experiences.
The walk provides a ‘self reliant’ recreational opportunity with a low impact on the local environment, unlike the largely vehicle-based recreation of the past. It also promotes the appreciation and awareness of the natural and cultural heritage of the park.
Mayor, Richie Williamson said the 65 km walk that traverses Yuraygir National Park and seven Clarence coast villages was conceptualised in the late 1990s by the late former Councillor Joy Mathews and the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). Their vision was a track that rivalled the coastal walk in Noosa and traversed the beautiful Yuraygir coastline – the longest stretch of protected coastline in New South Wales.
To turn the vision into reality, funding was provided from the Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife, Clarence Valley Council and NPWS. “This project would not have got off the ground without the financial support of the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife,” said Mark Watt, Ranger from Clarence South Area in Grafton.
The walk will also be fantastic for the local economy. Director of Solitary Bay Trail, Dr Bon Gray said that formalisation and promotion of this walk will be a great benefit to his existing guiding business.
“We have already had several trips where the walkers have really enjoyed experiencing the spectacular coastline and local villages located along the
A Stunning Four Day Adventure Through Yuraygir's Beaches & Bushland
The walk follows along the path of the rare and endangered Coastal Emu. If you’re not an emu, however, a bit of preparation is in order if you want to undertake a four day walk. Some stretches of this walk rate medium difficulty up to hard. You’ll need adequate walking and camping gear and supplies, and to call ahead to local boat operators to help you cross rivers along the way. You’ll also need a bus service to drop you off at the northern end of Yuraygir (Busways 02 6645 8941) and a bus to pick you up at the end of the journey to take you back to civilization (Atwals Coaches 02 6644 5481 or Ryans Bus Service 02 6652 3201).
Click to see photos of the Clarence Valley Bushwalking Club undertaking the Yuraygir Coastal Walk. Visit their Facebook page here.
Day One: Creeks, Lakes, Bush, Beach, Coastal Caves
A four day walk itinerary would see you set off on Day One from Angourie Surfing Reserve and trek 18 km to Brooms Head. This walk takes you through a variety of coastal ecosystems, linking Mara Creek in the north with
Day Two: Beach, Island,
Day Two would see you set off from Brooms Head, after an obligatory visit to the local lookout at the southern end of the beach. Head south towards Illaroo, but not be
Day Three: Endless Beaches, Secluded Coves, Wildflower Expanses
On Day Three, head south of Illaroo campground and onto
After beach strolling
Day Four: Rock Plat
It’s your last day! Your last 14.2km will be a bitter sweet experience, like the end of all good holidays. Have a local boat ferry you across the
It’s worth the hard work though, because you’ll soon find yourself at the spectacular
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