7 days in South West Rocks & Coffs Harbour Itinerary

On the 1st (Thu), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, contemplate the long history of Trial Bay Gaol, then visit a coastal fixture at Smoky Cape Lighthouse, and finally examine the collection at Maritime Museum South West Rocks. Keep things going the next day: get engrossed in the history at Macleay River Historical Museum, see the interesting displays at The Slim Dusty Centre, and then stroll through Horseshoe Bay Beach.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the South West Rocks travel route site.

Sydney to South West Rocks is an approximately 5-hour car ride. In June in South West Rocks, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Coffs Harbour.

Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, Coffs Harbour is one of the larger cities in New South Wales.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Coffs Harbour: V-Wall (in Nambucca Heads) and Parque Nacional de Dorrigo (in Dorrigo). The adventure continues: get in on the family fun at Coffs Harbour Butterfly House, appreciate the history behind The Big Banana Fun Park, step off the mainland to explore Coffs Harbour Muttonbird Island, and admire the natural beauty at North Coast Regional Botanic Garden.

Start your trip to Coffs Harbour by creating a personalized itinerary on Klarna Trips.

Drive from South West Rocks to Coffs Harbour in 1.5 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.