Newcastle to Yamba road trip: Distance, time & stops

Maclean and Yamba attractions

The highway curves around of Grafton and Lawrence before reaching the strangely Scottish Maclean. Here, the Bicentennial Museum explains that Scottish backstory and the Ferry Park Gallery shows off local artists.

The Waterview Motel and Club Maclean are solid choices for an overnight stay in Maclean. But you don’t really need stay here, as the turn-off for Yamba comes just before crossing the Clarence River.

Yamba beaches worth investigating include Turners Beach, Yamba Main Beach, Pippi Beach and Green Point Beach. You can also try taking the Clarence River ferry to Iluka.

Yamba accommodation superstars include the Calypso Yamba caravan park, the budget-friendly Aston Motel, the riverside Moby Dick and the greenery-surrounded Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort.

Yamba accommodation worth looking at

Strong Yamba accommodation choices you should take a look at include…

For a budget stay by the beach: Pacific Hotel.
For really well equipped apartments by Pippi Beach: The Sands Resort at Yamba.
For romance and overall quality: The Surf.
For a holiday park with a water park kids will love: Big4 Saltwater.