| Yamba is one of my favourite places to visit, and | | | | Shelley Beach is a fantastic destination if you are |
| tucked away like a hidden jewel of northern New | | | | looking for some adventure. Taking close to two hours |
| South Wales, it offers something for everyone with its | | | | walk along the coast you will need to pack well and |
| blend of panoramic scenery and perfect weather. | | | | bring your camera for the stunning views along the |
| Word is spreading as more and more visitors search | | | | way. Bring your fishing rod or line as the fishing is great |
| out the beaches, relaxing walks and fantastic fishing | | | | here. Surfers will love Angourie Point, with the rolling |
| spots so common to this area. It's the ideal destination | | | | waves drawing pros and amateurs to test their skill in |
| for a campervan holiday, with many great spots to | | | | the breaking waters. It is also a beautiful place just to |
| stop for a while and perhaps set up home for a week | | | | walk along the beach, enjoy the stunning views and |
| or two. | | | | numerous rock pools. |
| Located at the top of the Clarence River, just north | | | | Whale watching is another popular attraction. The two |
| from Coffs Harbour or three hours south from | | | | most common whales are the Southern Right Whale |
| Brisbane on the Pacific Highway, Yamba is still far | | | | and the popular Humpback, normally seen between |
| enough away to keep its unique, relaxed atmosphere. | | | | August to September. Head to the Yamba Lighthouse |
| There is so much to love about this destination, one of | | | | and Angourie for a better chance to watch them on |
| them being the view as you drive to the lookout of the | | | | their journey along the coast. |
| beaches and jetty below. Easy to find, you just head | | | | The Yuraygir National Park is a few minutes drive |
| to the end of the road, past the local shops, until you | | | | away, with incredible vegetation and bushwalking |
| see the blue coastal waters stretching out to the | | | | available. There is abundant birdlife and wildlife here, |
| horizon. There are plenty of grassy spots to set up a | | | | and raw beauty unequalled in other coastal regions. |
| picnic and just enjoy the sea air while the kids stretch | | | | Being on the world heritage list, this stunning national |
| their legs. Then of course it's time to explore and head | | | | park makes up many of the beaches and lake |
| down the beach, jetty and rock pools. | | | | systems unique to Yamba. |
| This is the place to visit even if just for the incredible | | | | My choice of caravan park is the Blue Dolphin Holiday |
| climate. Temperatures range from approximately 20 to | | | | Resort, ideal for so many reasons. There is everything |
| 30 degrees in summer down to 10 to 20 in winter. Any | | | | you need here, and more. It is the perfect base for the |
| time is a great time to come here, although in the | | | | family, with an organised activity program, sites along |
| summer months it is harder to find a place to stay so | | | | the Clarence River, swimming lagoons, spa and toddler |
| you will need to book early. Another plus is that you | | | | town. The list goes on. Once you are settled, you have |
| can swim in the beaches all year round. | | | | the choice to go fishing, play tennis, hire a boat and |
| There are eleven beautiful beaches to choose from, | | | | explore the water ways, or head down to the beach |
| each with a diversity of its own. Turners Beach is | | | | to enjoy time with the family. In other words, it is the |
| great for the family, with rock pools, picnic tables, | | | | best environment to finally recharge those batteries |
| amenities and rock fishing. Whiting is protected so just | | | | and have some quality time with your favourite people. |
| as good although not patrolled. Main Beach is popular, | | | | Powered grassed sites start from $40/night or $280 |
| with a huge salt water pool, picnic tables, café and | | | | week. |
| patrolled beach ideal for the kids. My favourite is | | | | Yamba is a perfect idea for a campervan holiday. |
| Convent beach, tucked away from view and a great | | | | Ideal for water lovers, there are so many activities to |
| location to set up for the day. There is great snorkelling | | | | choose from, or you can while away the time just |
| here and plenty of rock pools to explore. Turners and | | | | reading and relaxing. You can set up your home away |
| Pippis are the only other patrolled beaches in Yamba, | | | | from home and head in any direction for adventure, |
| so always keen a close eye on the kids wherever | | | | great family fun and wonderful holiday memories. |
| you go. | | | | Make sure you start planning a holiday here soon. |