Another day in paradise

Reaching a secret beach on NSW’s mid-north coast is not without its off-road challenges, but the rewards are obvious.

WORDS AND PHOTOS RUSS RYAN

THE MID-NORTH coast of NSW is fortunate to have so many captivating coastal national parks and campsites, and one of these areas is the Yuraygir National Park. This park is a coastal treasure boasting stunning beaches, clear creeks and rugged headlands, and is part of the largest stretch (65km in total) of protected coastline in New South Wales. From Sydney, take the Pacific Highway for 540km and you’ll eventually arrive at Coffs Harbour. Here you can stock up on last-minute supplies before leaving for Yuraygir. Coffs was once home to a booming banana industry, as evidenced by its famous landmark and tourist attraction, the Big Banana, which is visible from the Pacific Highway. As you head north out of Coffs Harbour en route to the Yuraygir National Park, the blacktop will disappear…

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4x4 Magazine Australia (Digital) - 1 Issue, June 2016

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