Uki: Markets, village history and riverside

Uki brings together the banks of the South Arm of the Tweed River and a main street lined mostly with modest timber buildings. Steep hills and Mt. Warning (Wollumbin) form the scenic backdrop. Markets, a Heritage Walk and mountain biking trails nearby offer different ways to get to know the town and its surroundings. Which of these appeals to you most may also help shape your trip and your search for a holiday rental.

Riverside setting and village backdrop

Uki lies on the banks of the South Arm of the Tweed River. Mostly modest timber buildings line the main street along Kyogle Road, with steep hills and Mt. Warning (Wollumbin) forming a striking scenic backdrop beyond. The townscape brings together small-scale development and an impressive mountain landscape. If you enjoy experiencing both a town and its landscape while travelling, you’ll find two different starting points for exploring here.

Markets on different days of the week

The Uki Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning at Uki Hall and offers local produce. The Uki Buttery Bazaar, by contrast, is a monthly event: it takes place on the third Sunday of each month at 1454 Kyogle Road and offers free entertainment, local food and arts and crafts. The recurring events are scheduled through August 2027; check the event details before visiting.

The two markets differ both in their timing and in what they offer. The Saturday morning market focuses on local produce, while the Sunday Bazaar also features entertainment, food and arts and crafts. If you’d like to include a market visit in your travel plans, this difference can help you choose the right day of the week; it’s also worth checking the dates for the Bazaar.

Village history on a walk

The Uki Village Centre Heritage Walk is an easy, self-guided walk through part of the village along Kyogle Road and takes about an hour. It combines getting your bearings on the main street with insights into the town’s history. Check the route’s current conditions before your visit.

Volunteers from the Uki and South Arm Historical Society have been preserving the community’s history for more than four decades. They share stories and archives with residents and visitors, including on village tours. An example of the area’s architectural heritage is the original timber classroom buildings, still visible at the front of Uki Public School.

Mountain biking trails nearby

Nearby, at Smiths Creek, the Uki Mountain Bike Park has more than 6.4 kilometres of mountain biking trails across eight trails: one green climb and seven descents. These include three green trails (easy), three blue trails (more challenging) and one black diamond trail (very challenging). There’s also a pump track for all ages, designed especially for children aged 5 to 12. The park may close in certain weather conditions; check for current notices before riding.

The village walk and the nearby trails offer different ways to shape your trip: an easy walk of about an hour on the one hand, and trails with clearly varied difficulty levels on the other. When choosing a holiday rental in Uki, you can consider whether you’d like to focus your stay more on village history and markets, or also include a trip to the mountain bike park.

Discover more destinations

Discover more destinations: Casuarina, Carool, Mt Burrell, Murwillumbah, Eungella, Tweed Heads, Hastings Point, Banora Point.

For the broader travel overview: Tweed Shire Council.