Terania Creek picnic area
Nightcap National Park
Overview
Terania Creek picnic area in Nightcap National Park is a hidden gem and well worth a visit. With good facilities, a gorgeous creek and access to walking tracks and waterfalls, it’s perfect for a family picnic.
- Type
- Picnic areas
- Where
- Nightcap National Park in North Coast
- Accessibility
- Easy
The grassy Terania Creek picnic area is an ideal place to relax for a picnic or barbecue lunch with family and friends in Nightcap National Park, near Lismore.
This special area has a rich history of conservation and was the site of historic protests to save it from further logging. Beyond its natural beauty, Terania Creek holds an incredible story of passionate environmental protection that played a key role in preserving our World-Heritage listed rainforests. Sculptural elements throughout this location bring this history to life. Pause for a moment to take them in and learn about the the protests to protect Terania Creek for future generations.
The rainforest setting, home to birds and goannas, is sure to delight children and adults alike, and the secrets of Terania Creek are waiting to be discovered.
If you need to work up an appetite before your picnic or feel like stretching your legs after a tasty barbecue, the easy Protesters Falls walking track starts from near the carpark.
Also see
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Protesters Falls walking track
Protestors Falls walking track is nestled within the rugged ranges of Nightcap National Park, near Lismore. The track leads through magnificent World Heritage-listed rainforest to a stunning waterfall.
Bundle:
Gondwana Rainforests of Australia
Consisting of 28 separate reserves in NSW, the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia contains the most extensive areas of subtropical rainforest in the world. The property contains large areas of warm temperate rainforest and nearly all of the world's Antarctic beech cool temperature rainforest.
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General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Alstonville office
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
- 02 6627 0200
- npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Russelton Industrial Estate, 7 Northcott Crescent, Alstonville NSW 2477
Park info
- in Nightcap National Park in the North Coast region
Nightcap National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations.
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Things to do (27)
- Aboriginal culture (1)
- Birdwatching and wildlife encounters (3)
- Cycling (5)
- Historic heritage (2)
- Horse riding (4)
- Picnics and barbecues (4)
- Road trips and car/bus tours (2)
- Sightseeing (7)
- Swimming (3)
- Walking (22)
- Waterfalls (12)
- Wildflowers (seasonal) (1)