Wooli between the Pacific Ocean and the river

Wooli stretches along a three-kilometre strip of coast: the Pacific Ocean lies on one side, and the Wooli Wooli River on the other. This location between ocean and river gives the coastal town a distinct character. Wooli’s coastal stretch forms the northern end of Solitary Islands Marine Park. It makes an appealing backdrop to your holiday planning: coastal scenery, river and marine park sit side by side, so Wooli is more than just a place for a single beach visit. If you’re looking for a place where nature experiences and time by the water go hand in hand, Wooli offers different ways to spend your days.

Walks between the peninsula and the coast

Wooli offers two clearly distinct walking options. A sealed, gently sloping path is two kilometres long and runs along the peninsula to the river mouth. Its route gives a walk a clear destination. The Wooli to Red Rock walking track offers a different experience: it is moderately difficult and includes river crossings, scenic coastal views and good birdwatching opportunities. When planning your day, you can choose between a clearly defined walk along the peninsula and a moderately difficult hiking route with opportunities to observe nature. Safe river crossings on the route between Wooli and Red Rock must be arranged in advance. Plan for this if you want to include the track in your stay. The three kilometres refers to the coastal stretch, while the two kilometres refers to the sealed path; the figures therefore describe different spatial scales.

Swimming, snorkelling and tours

Wooli Beach offers a place to swim and is patrolled during the summer months. If you’re planning a beach visit, bear the seasonal information in mind and check current local conditions. The Wooli Dive Centre is a contact point for snorkelling, tours and diving instruction. At 43 Riverside Drive in Wooli, it offers instruction from beginner to advanced level. Its offerings also include fishing trips on charter boats and whale-watching tours. This gives you different water-based experiences to consider: swimming and snorkelling, diving instruction, a fishing trip or a whale-watching tour. As the operator’s offerings may change, check them before booking.

Choosing Wooli as your place to stay

When looking for holiday accommodation in Wooli, how you want to spend your days is a good starting point. Would you rather walk along the sealed path to the river mouth, include the moderately difficult track and birdwatching in your plans, or focus on swimming and what the Dive Centre offers? These different priorities can help you match the specific location of your accommodation to your personal travel plans.

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For the main travel overview: Clarence Valley Council.