BEAUTIFUL ILUKA

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Why I Live Where I Live

 

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HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION

(Coming soon - details of a pet friendly holiday house)

 

LOCATION

 

Iluka is located on the best part of the Australia's NSW Far North Coast, at the mouth of the beautiful Clarence River.

Just 13kms off the Pacific Highway and you're in another world;

so unique are the charms of Iluka, with its population of only 2,500.

And its only a short drive to all the razzmatazz of:

Byron Bay - 1˝ hrs
Brisbane - 3˝  hrs
Gold Coast - 2˝hrs

 

THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN AND AROUND ILUKA

Known for the unique beauty of its flora and fauna

the Bundjalung National Park also boasts some of the most

stunning beaches on the North Coast.

The  most popular swimming spots,

with both locals and tourists alike, are Bluff Beach and Woody Head.

Bluff Beach also offers a walking trail to the top of the headland

where a whale watching platform has been constructed.

The short trek is well worthwhile for the breathtaking scenery.

The Bluff rocks, Frazer's Reef and Back Beach

are productive and popular fishing spots.

The area is also a great spot for snorkelling and wave riding.

 

View north from Whale Watching Platform

 

 

Watch out for our rare Coastal Emus and their Chicks

Iluka's World Heritage Rainforest is one of the last remaining stands of beachside rainforest in Australia and is home to  an amazing number of bird species.

Other fauna you may discover in the rainforest are wallabies, koalas, emus and echidna. 

The walking trail through the forest is wheelchair accessible and extends from beach to township, a distance of 2.5 kms.

With its reputation for great fishing Iluka has become a mecca

for anglers of all persuasions -  river, rocks or ocean.

The jetty is a handy place to dangle a line too,

with bream and flathead regularly caught.

Check out the latest catch report (scroll down to Yamba)
then double the catch, cause we are on the real fishing side of the river :)

 

Early morning rock fishing at Iluka Bluff

 

The Scenic Boardwalk

runs the full length of Iluka Bay

 

Found in the heart of Iluka, The Bay is a popular picnic and playground area. You will find a netted swimming area, toilets and scenic boardwalk all the way to Sedger's Reef Hotel and Clarence Fishermen's Co-op.

Most mornings and afternoons you can catch the local rowing club training on the Bay. Water-skiing is also a popular recreation in the sheltered waters.

Picnic area with BBQ's, playground and netted swimming area at the western end of Iluka Bay

The sportsperson is not forgotten in Iluka

with Bowls, Golf and Tennis catered for.

Both the Golf and Bowls clubs provide

Sunday BBQs, which are known throughout

the Clarence River Region.

 

 

 

Clarence River Fishermen's Co-op where the early risers can see the fishing fleet return with their catch. The boats can be viewed returning to sea an hour or so before sunset.

While you're at the Co-op make sure you check out the great range of fresh seafood offered for sale at the shop.

There are numerous Restaurants & Cafes in Iluka,

including Asian at both the Bowls and Golf Clubs,

great seafood at the hotel & local cafes.

 

We can also boast a primary school,

2 supermarkets,  newsagency, butcher,

chemist, 2 bakeries, post office, video/dvd  rentals,

2 service stations, marine repair & sales depot,

credit union & bank,.

 

 

 

 

 At the western end of Charles Street (main drag) is the terminal for Clarence River Ferries which provides a passenger cruise to and from Yamba, as well as twice weekly river cruises to Harwood Island and return. There is an onboard bar, during the Harwood cruise, for you to enjoy as you take in the many sights along the river including the friendly river dolphins.

Woody Head Beach

 Estuary Fishing View of the mighty Clarence River

 

Why not pay us a visit real soon?

 

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