Full of surprises!

Let’s ponder something for a moment. Say your family lives in Newcastle or perhaps Sydney and you really, really need a break. There’s a long weekend coming up and you want to get away to relax and recharge but where do you go where everyone in your family can make new memories? If you could image a place that had beautiful mountains, captivating lakes and rivers, stunning bush walks, pristine world class beaches and fabulous food and wine you’d think it was too good to be true right? Well prepare to be surprised.

Bulahdelah, is part of the on Barrington Coast. The town is 3 hours from Sydney and 1 hour from Newcastle. And once you’re here you are right in the middle of one the most exciting tourism destinations in NSW. Why? Because everything is within easy reach and best of all, it’s made for families.

Catch a fish, swim, go canoeing, sailboarding or just do nothing while enjoying a glass of award-winning local wine. But wherever you choose to stay, you get to end every perfect day, by sitting back and enjoying a magnificent Bulahdelah sunset.

The town itself is situated on Worimi country at the meeting of the Crawford and Myall Rivers. White settlers began moving into the district from about 1840. In the early days the key industries were timber and mining.

Mount Alum, or Bulahdelah Mountain, contains the world’s largest deposit of the rare mineral Alunite once used as a source of potash and alumina.

Take a stroll down the main street and visit the many local gift shops and charming cafés. Bulahdelaheans love their coffee so only the best is served here.

The local tourist information centre is right there and ready to help you get around. Visit the historic Courthouse located to the east of town overlooking the Myall River, take a stroll along the river and don’t forget that selfie beside the Big Bass.

Bulahdelah is a well-known fishing spot and hosts the annual Big Bass fishing competition so if you’re an angler get excited or, at least get your story ready for the ‘one that got away’. For the kids or the young at heart there is a new concrete skate park with lots of fun stuff like kickers, hips, rails and ledges and, the park is right at the start of the Bulahdelah Mountain Walk. It’s a sensational walking trail and the views from the top are breath-taking. For the foodies who don’t want to travel far you have Australian, Chinese, home-made Pizza and authentic Indonesian plus award-winning local wine. Sensational! And when you are ready, jump in the car and discover what’s just around the corner. Select the Itinerary button and find out for yourself that Bulahdelah really is, Full of Surprises!