Welcome to the Byron Hikers Club

 

"Few people will help protect the natural world if they don't first love and understand it."

- David Attenborough

The Byron Hikers Club has been getting people outdoors in the Northern Rivers since July 2020. We explore rainforest tracks, coastal headlands, volcanic plateaus, and everything in between — guided by volunteers who know this landscape intimately.

Our club is open to hikers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. If you've never hiked before, you're in the right place. If you've been hiking for years, there's plenty here to keep you coming back.

Not sure if we're for you? Join us as a guest on one of our day walks for just $10. No commitment, no gear list, just show up and explore the Northern Rivers bush with experienced walkers. Full membership is $35 a year and includes access to a diverse calendar of events including day hikes, overnights, kayaking, forest bathing and more. As a member, you'll have access to members-only excursions, social gatherings, gear rentals, and join a community of likeminded people who'd rather be outside.

Events

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Ballina South Breakwater Sat 24 Oct
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Ballina South Breakwater Sat 24 Oct
Burns Point Ferry
08:00 – 14:00
This route loops around the serene Richmond River Nature Reserve in South Ballina. You'll follow an unsealed road through coastal heathland first enjoying the riverside views and then reaching around to South Head, where you can appreciate the 360° panoramic views of the Ballina coastline. The way back is an optional beach return. Bring water, snacks and lunch. Grade 2, leader Jenny 0448002035
Mt Wagawn and Lookouts- Sun 1st November
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Mt Wagawn and Lookouts- Sun 1st November
Murwillumbah
08:30 – 17:00
Views, rainforests, a cave and picnics. Starting from Numinbah Gap we will walk up the track to Bushrangers Cave then scramble off-track steeply uphill to Mt Wagawn which has great views over the Tweed. We continue on-track through lush rainforest to lookouts in Lamington National Park where you can see all the way to the ocean on a clear day.  This will be an all day event with about 6 hours of walking plus time for picnics and, hopefully, gelato back in Murwillumbah! Bring at least 2L of water, a waterproof jacket and food for the day (morning tea, lunch) . You will need shoes with good grip as there are some steep rocky sections. Start of walk has limited parking so we will meet in Murwillumbah then carpool from there. Grade: 4 | Walk Leader: Martin Willis | Enquiries: mwillis17@hotmail.com or 0403 522 830
Open Committee Meeting Fri 6 November
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Open Committee Meeting Fri 6 November
2/59 Centennial Cct
18:00 – 20:00
Byron Hikers' committee meetings are open for others to sit in on from 6 to 7pm and then we spend until 8 talking about previous trips that members have done recently.  We make some pizzas during the meeting but BYO beer, wine or softdrink. All welcome. Please register for catering purposes.