The Pines picnic area
Yarriabini National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the The Pines picnic area.
Getting there and parking
The Pines picnic area is in the central precinct of Yarriabini National Park. To get there:
- From Macksville, follow the Pacific Highway south for approximately 5km
- Turn right onto Scotts Head Road and follow for approximately 5km
- Turn right into Way Way Creek Road and continue until you reach the picnic area
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- 4WD required in wet weather
Parking
- Parking is available at The Pines picnic area, including several designated disabled spots.
- Mini-bus parking is available.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Yarriabini National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Take your mountain bike along Way Way Creek Road and feel the refreshing air in the forest.
Spring
Enjoy a scenic drive along Way Way Creek Road, with its bubbling creek crossings and vibrant green forest.
Summer
Enjoy a picnic under the shade and wander through the cool rainforest at The Pines picnic area.
Winter
Admire the colourful banksias in flower along Tower Road as you head up to Yarriabini lookout to see spectacular views of Macleay Valley.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
18°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
41.7°C
Winter temperature
Average
11°C and 19°C
Lowest recorded
4°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
702.6mm
Facilities
You'll need to bring your own drinking water.
Amenities
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
- Wood barbecues (firewood supplied)
- Fire rings (firewood supplied)
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Assistance may be required to access this area.
Wheelchair facilities
- Ramp for access to toilets
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Gathering firewood
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Operated by
- Coffs Harbour office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6652 0900
- npws.coffscoast@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 4/32 Edgar St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Park info
- in Yarriabini National Park in the North Coast region
Yarriabini National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.