NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA
Explore the North Coast
Leave the coastline behind and follow the Northern Rivers Rail Trail through green hinterland, country towns and small villages.
MORE THAN A RAIL TRAIL
Follow the trail through the Northern Rivers
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail follows the former Casino to Murwillumbah railway corridor, creating a cycling route through one of the North Coast’s most varied landscapes. The original vision extends for around 130 kilometres through the Tweed, Byron, Lismore and Richmond Valley areas.
Along the way are former railway stations, bridges and tunnels, rural landscapes, established towns and small hinterland villages. The Tweed section alone passes through Stokers Siding, Burringbar and Mooball, with views across the Tweed Caldera landscape and connections to surrounding natural attractions.
This is a place where the ride is only part of the experience.
SEE HOW THE REGION CONNECTS
One trail. Different ways to explore.
From Murwillumbah in the north to Casino in the south, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail was conceived as a route connecting communities rather than simply passing through them.
Explore individual sections, choose a ride that suits your day, or use the trail as the starting point for discovering more of the North Coast.
- Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek 24 km
- Crabbes Creek to LismoreFuture section
- Lismore to Casino29.7 kmComing Soon
EXPLORE THE TRAIL
Northern Rivers Rail Trail ride guides
Choose a section and explore at your own pace.
Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek
Ride through the Tweed hinterland past former railway infrastructure, farmland and villages including Stokers Siding, Burringbar and Mooball.
View ride guideCrabbes Creek to Lismore
This section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail has not yet been constructed. The proposed route will eventually connect the existing Tweed and Lismore sections through the Byron and Lismore hinterland.
Future section
Lismore to Casino
Ride between Lismore and Casino through the rural landscape of the Richmond Valley, following the former railway corridor towards the historic Old Casino Railway Station.
Coming SoonMORE THAN THE RIDE
Stop. Explore. Stay a little longer.
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail was designed to connect riders with what already makes this region worth visiting.
Country towns and villages
Roll into small communities rather than riding around them. Burringbar, Mooball, Stokers Siding and Eltham are among the villages identified as natural stopping points along the wider trail corridor.
Agriculture
Local food, drink and agricultural experiences connect the trail with the surrounding region.
Rail heritage
The old railway is still part of the journey. Stations, bridges, tunnels and other infrastructure keep the North Coast’s railway history visible along the way.
Arts and creativity
Murwillumbah, Byron and Lismore are creative hubs, connecting the trail with galleries, artists and other creative experiences across the region.
STAY A LITTLE LONGER
Stay in Murwillumbah
Make Murwillumbah your base for exploring the Northern Rivers Rail Trail. Stay close to the trail, take your time through the Tweed hinterland and leave room to explore more of the region.
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TAKE YOUR TIME
A trail made for exploring, not rushing
You could come here simply to ride.
But that would miss much of the point.
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail connects places that reward stopping: an old railway station, a country village, somewhere local to eat, a bridge or tunnel left behind by the railway, or simply a view across the hinterland.
Ride further when you want to. Stop when something catches your attention.
That is what exploring by bike is about.
READY TO RIDE
Find an ebike for the Northern Rivers Rail Trail
Explore ebike options for the Northern Rivers Rail Trail.
Fat tyre ebike
Comfortable, stable and relaxed riding position. Great for coastal paths, rail trails and recreational riding.
- Upright, relaxed riding position
- Wide tyres for extra stability and comfort
- Great for leisure rides and longer distances
Step through ebike
Easy mounting with a comfortable upright riding position. A popular option for recreational riding.
- Easy to get on and off
- Comfortable, upright position
- Ideal for relaxed rides and longer distances
Electric mountain bike
Wider tyres and a more capable setup for gravel, trails and varied surfaces.
- Wider tyres for extra grip
- Suitable for mixed surfaces and off road sections
- A more capable setup for varied terrain
Cargo ebike
Designed to carry additional loads and, where specifically equipped and permitted, passengers or children.
- Carry extra load, and where equipped and permitted, passengers or children
- Ideal for families or touring with more gear
- A flexible and sustainable way to explore
Ebikes shown are representative only. Bike types, models, passenger carrying equipment and availability vary by hire provider.
EXPLORE MORE
Things to do in the Northern Rivers
Make more of your time in the region with local attractions, activities and experiences beyond the trail.
Explore Northern Rivers experiences
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Attractions
Discover local landmarks and cultural experiences.
Food and drink
Explore dining, markets and local flavours.
Tours and activities
Find tours, experiences and things to do.
EXPLORE MORE BY BIKE
See where the trail takes you
Choose a section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, find an ebike and make the ride part of a bigger North Coast experience.