You’ll find Grandis picnic area set among the lush coastal forests on the western edge of Myall Lakes National Park. Just off Pacific Highway, north of Bulahdelah, this picnic spot is only a short stroll to The Grandis, the tallest known tree in NSW. It’s a great pit stop on a road trip or an excellent introduction to the natural wonders of this beautiful park.
Unpack the picnic basket in the shady cool at one of the tables in the rainforest fringed picnic area and enjoy a bite to eat. With the nearby wheelchair accessible boardwalk, you’ll want to head over and gaze up at the magnificent flooded gum that towers above at a height of over 70 metres. Take your binoculars if you want to birdwatch.
What did others have to say?
Dilum Bandara
6 months ago
A worth a visit if you are in the area to admire the size of this tree and its history, especially for kids. It's a 5 or 6 km drive from either side of Stoney Creek Road, which is unpaved and within the national forest.
Tegan Garwell
8 months ago
Beautiful drive along a dirt track to see NSW largest tree. It doesn't disappoint! Be aware the conditions of the track may change, it was quite tame at the time we went though - we still put the car in 4H just in case. Would not bring a caravan in on this road. There is also a tunnel under the freeway with 4.6m clearance. Be aware of goannas on the track (we came close to hitting one that ran out in front of us). There is room at the end for parking, with a short board walk to the tree viewing area. There are 2 picnic tables and a toilet - be aware it is a pit toilet with no hand washing facilities
Steven C
a year ago
Bearing the name of the tallest tree in NSW and over 400 years old, there is no doubt that the trip was well worth it! Looking at the photos does not even give you a fraction of the impressiveness comparing to standing right in front of it. It might not shock you as a sequoia, but definitely worth a look. The amenities on site are pretty good. The only disappointment was that it is not possible to have direct access to the tree as a Quarantine area has been established around the tree to protect it from diseases. But that's fair enough anyway. As for the road to site, the Stoney Creek Rd however, is unsealed with plenty of loose rocks. But still, 2WD will be more than enough when weather condition is fair. Access from the Lakes Way would be recommended other than from Wootton Way as the road conditions and visibilities are better.
Oren Rubinstein
2 months ago
Visited the site recently, on our easter holiday. We made the way from Wotton way (turning off from the pacific highway on United Perolium Buladelah). The road is wide yet curvy and has some mean cracks and potholes - so be mindful as you zip through. turning off from wotton way - the track is of compressed dirt, and small rocks. beautiful forest scenery and sounds, with stream crossings over small bridges. be mindful of the track both condition and traffic, as it is narrow, curvy as well, and hard to hear any oncoming traffic. I recommend coming from the west rather than east, as it seems the road goes through a steep up hill on that direction. Dont miss on this stop - it truely is amazing and inspiring seeing this huge tree in the middle of the forest.
James & Sarah Bourke
3 years ago
we came here last April 2022, after lots of rain there was a fair few puddles and clay was a bit slippery but ok if you have good traction control. tree is pretty cool, something you’d more likely see in the daintree.