EXPLORE Wooli
Looking to recharge your batteries with a healthy dose of salt water, sandy beaches, and fresh seafood? Look no further than Wooli in the Clarence Valley on the North Coast of NSW. Perched on a narrow peninsula between the river and the ocean, this beachside gem is a little slice of paradise. Water is a way of life in this sleepy town. The crystal-clear, calm waters of the Wooli Wooli River estuary are ideal for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Inexperienced surfers and families will love the sheltered river mouth and beach stretches, while the Wooli breakwall offers great fishing and a fun wave in the right conditions.
Adventure
Surrounded by the pristine Yuraygir National Park and the Solitary Islands Marine Park, Wooli is a natural playground for outdoor adventure. Hikers can tackle sections of the iconic Yuraygir Coastal Walk to spot coastal wildlife and emus, while the Wooli Breakwall and nearby headlands offer stunning vantage points for seasonal whale watching and exploring local Yaegl heritage. For water sports, the Wooli Wooli River—renowned as one of the cleanest river systems in Australia—and the open sea serve up world-class scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, and diverse marine life.
Adventure
Activities
Wooli offers an unbeatable mix of river relaxation and offshore exploration. During your stay, local hires make it easy to grab a motorboat, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard to captain your own adventure up the tranquil Wooli Wooli River. If you are chasing deeper waters, charter boats head offshore into the Solitary Islands Marine Park for renowned scuba diving, snorkeling, and deep-sea fishing trips. Back on land, you can explore the laid-back peninsula by bike, throw a line in from the breakwall, or simply relax on the endless stretches of uncrowded sand.
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Food & Drink
Wooli serves up authentic coastal flavor with a focus on fresh, local catch. No trip here is complete without sampling the famous Wooli Wooli River oysters, freshly harvested straight from some of the cleanest waters in the country. For a relaxed lunch or dinner, the local Wooli Hotel Motel offers classic bistro pub meals paired with cold drinks and breezy river views. For welcoming local atmosphere, the Wooli Bowling Club serves up great casual dining, while the village’s coastal cafes and kiosks have you covered for your morning espresso, fresh fish and chips, and midday ice cream cravings.
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