Kempsey and Macleay Valley
Kempsey and Macleay Valley
Welcome to Kempsey & the Macleay Valley area of the Holiday Coast
A warm welcome awaits you when you visit Kempsey and the Macleay River Valley - the natural centre of Australia's Holiday Coast. The Kempsey Shire is a very special part of Australia and a great place for your next holiday. The Macleay River winds its way from the mountains of the great divide to the ocean through some of the most beautiful forests and rural land imaginable. Discover culture and heritage, take an adventure based package or simply discover the charm of regional NSW in a country town.
There's something for everyone! Attractions and activities are wide and varied and there is a style of accommodation to suit all tastes. The climate is one of Australia's best and the area has good services and facilites. The staff at the Tourist Information Centres at South Kempsey and South West Rocks will be happy to share their local knowledge with you.
Coastal and hinterland National Parks and nature reserves beg to be explored in the Kempsey Shire. Plan a natural holiday in a valley that boasts more than 80% of its coastline protected by the Hat Head National Park, Arakoon State Recreation Area, Goolawah Reserve and Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve. Nature lovers can access over 100,000 hectares of State Forests, the Werrikimbe World Heritage National Park, the grandeur of the Upper Macleay gorges and the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park. Wonderful bushwalks, scenic drives and panoramic views are all on offer in this unique forest wilderness.
You'll have the time of your life in the beautiful Macleay Valley on Australia's Holiday Coast!
