Few rainforest walks are as lovely as this walk found in Coramba Nature Reserve. A relaxing 800m return walk will take you down to Orara River, following under the cool canopy of the rainforest and past majestic old-growth trees.
The rainforest here is one of a few remaining stands of lowland rainforest along the Orara River and has been listed as endangered. Thankfully, a regeneration program has protected and preserved it for visitors to enjoy.
This is also a wonderful place to go birdwatching, as here you'll spot the many native birds of the area, including rose-crowned fruit doves, figbirds, noisy pittas, brown cuckoo doves and white-headed pigeons.
Grade 4 (Hard) -
Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the
AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
Remember to take your binoculars if you want to go birdwatching
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
The longitude and latitude of the start and end points are approximately only and should not be used for navigation purposes. Please contact me if you know the correct coordinates.
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Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: Coramba Nature Reserve.
To Coramba Recreation Ground carpark. Rainforest walk is in Coramba Nature Reserve. To get there:From Coffs Harbour:Travel 10km northwest via Coramba RoadTurn left into Coramba Recreation GroundFrom Coramba:Travel 2.5km north along Orara WayTurn right into Coramba Recreation Ground Park entry points Coramba Recreation Ground carpark See on map Parking Parking is available on the Coramba Recreation Ground carpark adjacent to the reserve.
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About the region
Coramba Nature Reserve in the North Coast region
Coramba Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, particularly flood.
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