Port Macquarie to Byron Bay road trip: Distance, drive time & stops
Port Macquarie to Byron Bay road trip: North of Kempsey
It’s another 106km from Kempsey to Coffs Harbour, with a bit extra if you tag on coastal highlights such as Hat Head National Park, the Trial Bay Gaol at Arakoon and Horseshoe Bay Beach at South West Rocks.
South West Rocks accommodation picks
The best South West Rocks accommodation options are:
- For families: NRMA South West Rocks Holiday Park.
- For an indulgent villa: Salt.
- For charm and character: Heritage Guesthouse.
- For great value: Ingenia Holidays South West Rocks.
- For good location, a pool and free parking: Rockpool Motor Inn.
If staying near the highway, the drive-up Yarriabini Lookout for fabulous views over the Macleay River Valley and coast.
Macksville on the Nambucca River is the next town. Go bird-watching at the Valley of the Mist wetland and get a dose of colonial heritage at the Mary Boulton Pioneer Cottage. The Mandarin Motel is the best bet for Macksville accommodation.
Click through for the next section: Nambucca Heads and Bongil Bongil National Park.