Land-based Activities & Attractions

Farm Kids at The Farm Byron Bay - Byron Bay

School Holiday Workshops | School Term Educational Sessions | Mini Farmers Program | FarmKid Parties | Call: 0429 770 147 | Email: farmkids@thefarm.com.au | thefarm.com.au/farmkids

Farm Kids Logo
  • CLICK HERE to see and book one of our school holiday sessions
  • FarmKids – Feed, Grow, Educate – We are the “Educate” in The Farm Byron Bay motto.
  • We educate children about where their food comes from through fun, hands on activities and experiences on The Farm.
  • We provide School Holiday workshops, school term educational sessions and birthday parties with the central theme of Farming.
  • Free Parking
  • Playground
  • Restaurant
  • Scenic View
  • Take Away Food

Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary - Knockrow

OPENING HOURS | Sanctuary open 9am to 4pm | Cafe open 8am to 3pm | Open everyday except Christmas Day & Boxing Day | Phone 02 6687 8432

  • An Australian Native Wildlife bio park offering interactive wildlife experiences
  • Open from 8am-4pm they offer a comprehensive daily program of keeper talks and interactive activities.
  • Bring your swimmers for our water splash park!
  • A family-friendly destination with something for everyone
  • For more information visit: byronbaywildlifesanctuary.com.au
  • Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary was formerly known as The Macadamia Castle

 

Summerland Farm - Alstonville

Open 7 days 9am-4pm | Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day & Boxing Day | Tel: 02 6628 0610 | summerlandhousefarm.com.au

  • Summerland Farm is a ‘must do’ experience  and a memorable, inspiring organisation!
  • Heaps of family fun with an adventure playground, Farm Tractor Tours and farm animals to name a few!
  • Located  less than 20 mins from Ballina and 40 mins from Byron Bay: 253 Wardell Road, Alstonville
  • Free Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Public Toilets
  • Restaurant
  • Take Away Food

Brunswick Heads Fairy Trail - Brunswick Heads

Brunswick Heads Fairy Trail House
  • Delightful & enchanting fairy houses to be discovered around Brunswick Heads
  • Click through to General Information for Fairy Trail clues!
  • Map of clues can also be found in Brunswick Heads Visitors Centre
  • Make your own fairy B&B!
  • Tourist Info

Tallow Creek Pathway - Suffolk Park

Tallow Creek Pathway, Suffolk Park
  • Easy walking / bike track around Tallow Creek – perfect for kids
  • Links to the Byron Bay to Suffolk Park bike track
  • Lined with native and dunal vegetation
  • Marine life conservation area – plenty of bird life to be spotted!
  • Free Parking
  • Dogs On Leash

Macadamia Castle - Knockrow

Open 8am to 5pm Daily. Tel: 02 6687 8432

  • Located 419 Hinterland Way (formerly Pacific Highway) between Byron Bay and Ballina
  • Come to visit furry friends, play mini golf and enjoy legendary pancakes
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Free Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Public Toilets
  • Restaurant

Crystal Castle & Shambala Gardens - Mullumbimby

  • Located in the lush Byron Bay Hinterland at 81 Monet Drive, Mullumbimby
  • A magical place of giant crystals, sacred statues, stunning rainforest & gardens, unique jewellery, fresh food and plenty for the kids too.
  • Ignite the senses, enrich your spirit. Discover the jewel of Byron!
  • Disabled Toilets
  • Free Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Public Toilets
  • Restaurant
  • Scenic View

Shelly to Sharpes Beach Cycle / Pathway - Ballina

Shelly to Sharpes Beach Cycle / Pathway, Ballina NSW
  • Runs between Shelly and Sharpes Beach in Ballina
  • Wide, meandering coastal bushland cycle / pathway is more or less 5km in length
  • There are look outs, beach access points with showers, a separate heritage walkway
  • Large colourful and informative signs sharing local aboriginal history and culture
  • Showers
  • Free Parking
  • Dogs On Leash
  • Public Toilets
  • Surfing
  • Swimming

Walking Track – Tregeagle Bush Walk - Tregeagle

  • Enjoy the vast beauty of the Tregeagle hinterland
  • Enjoy the pristine waterfall and flowing waters of Marom Creek
  • Various walking tracks available  – different grades
  • Support vehicle if needed (for younger kids or those that have some difficulty walking)
  • See the beginning stages of a rainforest restoration
  • Scenic View

Walking Track – Booyong Nature Reserve - Booyong

Booyong Nature Reserve - childs play
  • Booyong Nature Reserve –  one of the last remnants of “Big Scrub”
  • Known locally as a sensory playground for generations of young
  • An abundance of life to explore, from reptiles, to rare fungi
  • 20 mins from Bangalow and around 30 mins from Byron Bay and Ballina
  • Free Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Public Toilets

Bush Tucker Garden - Federal

  • Bush Tucker Garden located at the rear of Federal Community Children’s Centre
  • Stunning garden showcases a passion for indigenous food and education
  • 15-30 minute stroll with easy to read and informative signage
  • Just 15 mins from Bangalow, 25 mins from Byron Bay and 35 mins drive from Ballina
  • Free Parking

Walking Track – Protesters Falls - The Channon

Protesters Falls Walking Track
  • Picturesque walk in stunning Nightcap National Park
  • Approximately a 30-45 minute return walk
  • Just under an hours drive from Bangalow and about 1hr 15mins from Bryon Bay and Ballina
  • Great to combine with a visit to the monthly markets at The Channon

 

  • Free Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Public Toilets
  • Scenic View

Pegasus Park Equestrian Centre - Bangalow

Tel: 02 6687 1446

  • 946 Friday Hut Road, Bangalow, NSW
  • Caters for all standards of riders and children are our speciality
  • Daily rides on Lennox head beach & hinterland rides at Bangalow