Behind Byron Bay, the lush green hinterland of the Northern Rivers is one of Australia’s great organic and artisan food regions. Rolling subtropical farmland around Bangalow, Mullumbimby, Federal and Newrybar produces macadamias, coffee, tropical fruit, cheese and organic vegetables — feeding a famous network of farmers markets, paddock-to-plate restaurants, craft distilleries and roadside farm gates.
What to taste
Time your trip around the region’s renowned farmers markets (there’s one most days somewhere), graze the village providores of Bangalow and Newrybar, sample macadamias and tropical produce at farm gates, and tour the craft gin, rum and coffee makers that have made the hinterland a foodie magnet.
How to do the trail
Base yourself in Byron Bay or a hinterland village and explore by car. It’s about 8–9 hours from Sydney or a short flight to Ballina. Pair with beaches and hidden places nearby.
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