Dreamtime to Eden

A thousand miles begins with a single step, and yours begins as you set off to walk the first great sweep of the New South Wales coast - every step, every beach, and every headland, one day at a time.

Highlights include the shimmering, long-sand beaches, incredible sunrises, and stunning vistas of the far north coast; the satisfaction of crossing the mouths of the great northern rivers; and the wilderness grandeur of Yuraygir National Park, where the coastline runs protected and wild for day after incredible day.

Inside, you will find everything required to plan and execute the trek: precise distances, route guides, transport logistics, accommodation options, food and water notes, and clear solutions for the "tricky bits." You will also find pointers to local history and further reading, alongside essential up-to-date links for national parks and river crossings.

But what sets this guide apart is its narrative companion. Equal parts practical manual and evocative travelogue, it delivers lived-experience walking notes, deep reflections, and inspiration to encourage you on your way.

This volume details the opening stretch of the magnificent Dreamtime to Eden coastal walk, beginning at Coolangatta on the NSW border and continuing south to Coffs Harbour. It outlines a series of connected day walks to tackle at your own pace - as a complete coastal camino, a holiday series, individual day adventures, or simply as an excursion from your armchair.