Be Transported
Back to Yesteryear
The 180km scenic road was opened in 1867, linking the mountains to the sea. Fringed by wild rivers, breathtaking scenery and a romantic past of pioneers, gold miners and bushrangers, it has long inspired poets and artists like Henry Lawson, Henry Kendall and Tom Roberts.
There are plenty of fire trails and lookouts along the way to fill in your time. Mann River campground is the perfect spot to stay the night while you’re exploring. Take a dip in the river, or bring your kayaks and canoes to venture out for a paddle. Notable attractions include the hand-carved tunnel, Tommy’s Rock and the historic village of Dalmorton.
The Carved Tunnel
The Old Grafton Road was constructed using civilian labour during the 1800s. One highlight is the short tunnel carved out of the rock a few kilometres east of Dalmorton.
Scrawled upon its ceiling is graffiti dating from the 1880s - written in black paint, each figure finished with a curl so typical of the era.
If you're heading from Glen Innes towards Grafton, the tunnel is just past Mann River Nature Reserve - a great spot to camp, rest, explore, swim and relax. The facilities are great, with toilets, tables and fireplaces ready for your use.
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Glen Innes Highlands acknowledges and pays respect to the Ngoorabul people as the traditional custodians of this land, their elders past, present and emerging, and to Torres Strait Islander people and all First Nations people.
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