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Accessible Clarence Valley Attractions
Whether you’re in a wheelchair, you have a bung knee, children in prams or your parents aren’t as agile as they once were ... this guide is for everyone!
This is by no means an exhaustive list of accessible places for you to visit here in the Clarence Valley, but we reckon they’re a good place to start.
We’ll be back with more updates soon, but for now, check out some of our suggestions below.
Raspberry Lookout is a terrific spot for bird watching with tremendous views over the Bindery-Mann wilderness. Raspberry lookout is flat and step-free, and the lookout platform is paved.
There’s an accessible toilet 50m north of the lookout that you can reach along a bitumen pathway that leads from the main lookout carpark. There is a bench with a backrest at the lookout for resting and 2 accessible parking spaces in the main carpark.
Getting there:
- From Grafton: If travelling via the Pacific Highway, turn west onto the Gwydir Highway in Grafton and follow the signs to Glen Innes. You will cross the Mann River at Jackadgery; follow it for a while before climbing up the escarpment to the tablelands.
- From Glen Innes: If travelling along the New England Highway, the park is best accessed via the Gwydir Highway, turning east at the roundabout in the middle of town and follow the signs towards Grafton.
For more information, visit the National Parks website.
A short sealed, gentle and moderate pathway overlooks the foreshore for a fantastic view of the ocean and the Brooms Head Lagoon. Pull up at one of the benches and enjoy watching the pelicans and seagulls come in for their daily feed from the local fisherman. Disabled parking, with world-class ocean views, is available right on the shorefront. No need to even get out of the car to enjoy this place, but we bet you’ll want to anyway. There is a free hire of a beach wheelchair from the Brooms Head Holiday Park office.
For beach wheelchair hire contact Brooms Head Holiday Park-
Phone: 02 6646 7144
Not only handy for supplying the Clarence Valley with drinking water, the Shannon Creek Dam is quite spectacular. There’s a completely accessible viewing area from the dam wall, BBQ and picnic area and a 1.4 km track along Shannon Creek. Picnic time!
To get to Shannon Creek Dam
- Follow Armidale Road towards the village of Coutts Crossing. Just before entering Coutts Crossing, take the first right onto Geregarow Road.
- Continue along Geregarow Road until you see the signs for Shannon Creek Dam and turn left into Shannondale Road (nearly 5km).
- Follow Shannondale Road through the gates of Shannon Creek Dam. Please watch for wildlife along this road.
- Drive up to the picnic area and the viewing area at the top of the Dam wall.
If you are looking for the ease of being able to drive up in your car to take in some of the Clarence Valley’s best views, Maclean Lookout is for you. This flat viewing area has picnic tables, toilets and views for miles taking in Yamba, Iluka, Angourie and Lake Wooloweyah. Stunning!
Maclean waterfront precinct, on the banks of the Clarence River offers easy car parking access in the heart of town. The park has accessible toilets (shower available), accessible viewing platform, pontoon, wheel chair accessible picnic tables and BBQ’s, drinking water, power access to single and 3-phase power and shelters.
McLachlan Park is known also as ‘the Boulevard’ it contains a major bus stop for Maclean.
Grafton Regional Gallery, housed in the historic Prentice House and a new state-of-the-art extension, delivers art and cultural experiences for visitors and locals alike with nationally recognised exhibitions and events that showcase contemporary art, and more. Disabled parking, ramp access at both the front and courtyard, along with an internal lift, ensures easy access throughout the gallery.
Address: 158 Fitzroy Street, Grafton, NSW, 2460
Open: Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00am to 4:00pm (Closed Mondays and Public Holidays)
P: (02) 6641 7300
E: gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au
At the Clarence Regional Aquatic Centre, everyone’s invited to dive in—no matter your age, ability, or swim style. This modern facility is thoughtfully designed with accessibility front and centre, so the good times can roll (or float) for everyone.
From the inclusive zero-depth splash pad to tiered seating with wheelchair spaces, the centre is packed with features that make getting active easy and enjoyable for all. Indoors, you’ll find an accessible 25-metre lap pool, a warm leisure and program pool, and change rooms that cater to every body. Outdoors, the 50-metre pool and shady picnic spots are perfect for a full day of fun in the sun.Entry fees apply.
Phone: 02 6642 0900
Email us: info@clarenceregionalaquaticcentre.com.au
Location: Cnr Oliver and Turf St, Grafton 2460
- Monday to Friday: 5:30am – 7:00pm
- Saturday: 7:00am – 7:00pm
- Sunday & public holidays: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Closed on Good Friday, Christmas Day and Anzac Day.
The enhanced riverfront parklands on the north bank of the Clarence River features paved plaza areas and new community facilities, a 700m long, 3m wide shared user path, extensive landscaping, lighting, increased opportunities for river-based activities and improved access via adjoining streets. Disabled parking is available.
Looking for a spot where accessibility meets adventure? Charlie Ryan Memorial Park in Iluka Bay is just the ticket. With a moderate sealed path that follows the river to the jetty, plus a 100m asphalt track along the breakwall and a gently sloped gravel path to the lookout, it’s easy to soak up the sea breeze and stunning views. There’s an accessible fishing platform, wheelchair-friendly toilets, and picnic tables, making it a top spot for a relaxed day out—or a busy one if that’s more your style! Swim, stroll, fish, picnic or just watch the world float by.
Access all areas, riverside style!
Ford Park is one of Yamba’s most accessible outdoor spaces, offering a front-row seat to the mighty Clarence River. Whether you’re wheeling, walking, strolling or rolling, this park makes it easy to get out and soak up the coastal vibes.
The sealed, flat 2km path runs right along the waterfront—from Yamba Marina to the end of the breakwall—making it ideal for prams, mobility aids, and wheelchairs. Along the way, you’ll find accessible toilets, BBQ areas, picnic tables, water bubblers, and shaded rest stops. There are also outdoor gym stations and fishing pontoons that are easy to reach for all abilities. The nearby ferry terminal linking to Iluka adds even more adventure options.
From monthly markets and riverside carnivals to a cruisy afternoon picnic with a view, Ford Park is where accessibility meets all-day relaxation.
Did you know you can book a beach wheelchair from Woody Head Campground, Calypso Caravan Park, Brooms Head Caravan Park, and Minnie Water Caravan Park? That means more sun, sand and sea time for everyone—because beach days should be for all bodies.
Even better, Main Beach in Yamba has a ramp and a sealed, moderately sloped path straight down to the ocean pool. So whether you’re rolling or strolling, it’s easy to get close to the splash.
To book a beach wheelchair, just give these friendly locals a call:
- Calypso Yamba Holiday Park
Free beach wheelchair hire
Contact the park office for bookings
Email: info@calypsoyambaholidaypark.com.au
Phone: 02 6646 8847
- Brooms Head Holiday Park
Free beach wheelchair hire
Contact the park office for bookings
Email: info@broomsheadholidaypark.com.au
Phone: 02 6646 7144
- Woody Head Campground – Bundjalung National Park
Free beach wheelchair hire
Contact the kiosk for bookings
Email: parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 1300 072 757
1 accessible parking space near the kiosk
Accessible toilet and shower
Concrete and gravel pathways
There’s a power point at the kiosk if you need to charge your mobility scooter or power wheelchair.
Lifestyle Comforts
4 Stanley St, Maclean
02 6645 2500
ILS- Independent Living Specialists
6/55 Prince Street, Grafton
02 6642 8320
