Tweed Area Attractions

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Cabarita Beach

With large areas of protected wetlands and limited development, this creates a quiet, relaxed holiday atmosphere in Cabarita. Bounded by Nature Reserve to the north and west and the Pacific Ocean to the east, this small coastal village with 3000 residents represents a unique lifestyle. There is a new Skateboard Park, headland, Barbecue Park and Picnic areas and uninterrupted views over the ocean; whale-watching is a local pastime. The beach is renowned for its surfing and hosts many carnivals ...

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Clarrie Hall Dam

Heading west of Murwillumbah, through Uki, and turning south on the Doon Doon Road, takes you to the Clarrie Hall Dam. Built on Doon Doon Creek, a tributary of the Tweed River, Clarrie Hall Dam has a storage capacity of 16,000 mega-litres of water and the primary function of the dam is to provide storage for Tweed Shire's water supply. Activities permitted on Clarrie Hall Dam include canoeing, boating (electric motor, sail or paddle power only) and fishing. The dam is stocked with Australian Ba...

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Cudgen Nature Reserve

Cudgen Nature Reserve is approximately 464 hectares in size and is located on the Tweed Coast Road west of the village of Bogangar and north of Hastings Point. The reserve includes Cudgen Lake and Round Mountain and is located only two hours drive from Brisbane and 40 minutes from both Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads. Vehicle access to Cudgen Nature Reserve is a sealed road via the Tweed Coast Road from Kingscliff in the north or Pottsville in the south. Access north of Murwillumbah along Clothier...

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enRich Retreat and Spa

enRich is a retreat with a difference. A sanctuary to escape to for the day and immerse yourself in their luxury day spa as well as a retreat for the mind, body and soul. Their programs cover a wide range of personal development programs which cater for individuals seeking to grow and learn in all areas of life. Packages start from two and a half hours which includes use of the Aqua Pavilion, foot ritual, sensory journey, full body massage, deluxe spa facial, refreshments and complimentary gift...

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Fingal Head Lighthouse

Fingal Head Lighthouse was erected in 1872 of stone and painted white, the tower had a fixed white light of 1,000 candelas. Although the light tower is not high it is built on a low headland. The light is effective as it is built on one of the most easterly points of Australia with plenty of deep water offshore. The original kerosene wick burner was converted to automatic acetylene operation in 1920 with an output of 1,500 candelas and altered to group flashing. The one keeper was withdrawn at...

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Hastings Point Beach

Hastings Point is the smallest coastal settlement of New South Wales Tweed Shire; the 'Jewel of the Tweed', surrounded by national park, the hamlet is nestled between the ocean on its east and a beautiful but delicate estuary on its west. It is the entrance for the now nationally recognised 'Green Cauldron' and is identified without doubt as one of the unique seaside locations in Australia. With an unspoiled beach, visitors come here to appreciate nature at her finest, while the local resident...

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Humminghills Alpacas

Humminghills is a working alpaca farm set on 65 acres in the beautiful Tweed Hinterland, just 15 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport. With a herd of 75 alpacas, both Huacaya and Suri they have concentrated on colour and fineness of fleece. Baby alpacas are born throughout the year so any time is a good time to visit. Humminghills offer hands on tours, feeding the alpacas, cuddling the baby cria and learning about these gentle, environmentally friendly animals and their exotic fleece. Wear som...

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Point Danger Lookout

Situated on the New South Wales/Queensland border, high on a peak overlooking Duranbah Beach which is popular for surfing. Point Danger was named by Captain James Cook on his 1770 journey up the east coast of Australia to warn later mariners of dangerous coral reefs off this treacherous coast. From an historic point of view this place is brimming with interesting facts about Australian maritime history. At Point Danger you will find the Captain Cook Memorial, moulded from cast iron actually jet...

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Tropical Fruit World

Take a fresh look at fun! Visit their farm to discover more than 500 varieties of the world's weird and wonderful exotic fruits. Located just 10 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport and 10 minutes from the beaches, Tropical Fruit World showcases the lush coastal farmland which thrives beyond the sand. Climb aboard a tractor train for a guided tour of the plantation. You'll discover rare exotic treats such as the Chocolate Pudding Fruit, Dragonfruit, Chewing Gum Tree and Lemonade Fruit. The Mir...

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Tropical Fruit World

Spoil yourself with a unique Gold Coast experience that indulges all your senses! Situated in the beautiful Tweed Valley, Tropical Fruit World offers an interactive activity for the whole family. Growing over 500 varieties of tropical fruits from around the world, visitors can taste, smell and touch rare exotic fruits such as the chocolate pudding fruit, chewing gum tree and lemon meringue fruit. Come aboard the Plantation Safari for a guided tour of the farm, explore Treasure Island, and a...

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Wollumbin-Mount Warning National Park

This park protects the mountain summit of Wollumbin-Mount Warning, an iconic landmark of the Northern Rivers region. The mountain is the remnant central vent of an ancient volcano, and has a dual name. Captain Cook named it Mount Warning, but to the Aboriginal community it is known as Wollumbin. Wollumbin National Park includes the former Mount Warning National Park (both parks were combined in August 2009). Wollumbin is a sacred place of great significance to the people of the Bundjalung Natio...

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