Iluka Nature Reserve
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Iluka Nature Reserve.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
From Grafton
- Drive north on the Pacific Highway for approximately 45 minutes
- Turn right onto Iluka Road and drive approximately 15 minutes to Iluka township
- Iluka Nature Reserve can be reached via Iluka village from Long Street or the Iluka Bluff picnic area
From Ballina
- Drive south on the Pacific Highway for approximately 60 minutes
- Turn left onto Iluka Road and drive approximately 15 minutes to Iluka township
- Iluka Nature Reserve can be reached via Iluka village from Long Street or the Iluka Bluff picnic area
Park entry points
- Iluka carpark See on map
By public transport
For information about public transport options, visit the NSW transport info website.
For information on Yamba-Iluka ferry times, visit Clarence River Ferries.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Iluka Nature Reserve. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
A great time to for a bit of beach fishing as the travelling winter species move closer to the shore.
Spring
Experience the spring fragrances of the rainforest and the diversity of local birdlife.
Summer
Head straight to Iluka Bluff and immerse yourself in the glistening waters - water activities like swimming, snorkelling and surfing await you.
Winter
Take in the panoramic views from Iluka Bluff and keep your eyes out for whales migrating north along the coast.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
42.5°C
Winter temperature
Average
9°C and 20°C
Lowest recorded
2.7°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
300mm
Maps and downloads
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Contact
- in the North Coast region
Iluka Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Grafton office
02 6641 1500
Contact hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. - Level 4, 49 Victoria Street, Grafton NSW 2460
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Email: npws.clarence@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Grafton office
Nearby towns
Iluka (1 km)
Iluka is a peaceful and scenic town with superb fishing and beaches. A coastal village, it's set on the north side of the Clarence River mouth.
Yamba (42 km)
Yamba is a bustling holiday resort with a large fishing fleet. It's built around a headland at the mouth of the Clarence River.
Grafton (77 km)
Grafton is a gracious, historic city in the Clarence Valley farming district. It's situated on the broad Clarence River and surrounded by river flats.