Get distracted in Bellingen. A vibrant, slightly alternative town that oozes with charm.
It takes approximately 15 minutes to get to Bellingen from the highway via Waterfall Way.
It's a comfy and picturesque drive on good roads surrounded by lush green paddocks with the occasional view of the Bellinger River and mountains as the backdrop.
When you get there:
- Relax in a vibrant but peaceful environment
- Stroll around a town full of heritage pride
- Pick up fresh produce
- Buy yourself some treats or reminders of your travels
- Access some basic services - See the links below
- Grab a feed in the main street or
- Picnic on the banks of the Bellinger River
If you want your dog to have a run, take him/her down to Jarret Park. Just check with the locals about walking him/her around town.
The moment you get out of your car in Bellingen you can't help but feel laid back. There's a certain atmosphere here that screams out 'CHILL OUT - RELAX' which makes it hard to leave.
USEFUL LOCAL LINKS
Queensland Border to South Ballina (Approx: 110 kms), South Ballina to Woolgoolga (Approx: 185 Kms), Woolgoolga to Kempsey (Approx: 135 Kms), Kempsey to Taree (Approx: 120 Kms), Taree to Raymond Terrace (Approx: 145 Kms), Raymond Terrace to Sydney (Approx: 165 Kms), Sydney to Nowra (Approx: 160 Kms), Nowra to Bodalla (Approx: 168 Kms), Bodalla to the Victorian Border (Approx: 197 Kms)