What's On in Maclean

What's on in Maclean, NSW


Maclean is a delightful angling hub, fishing port and rural service centre for the diverse farmlands, grazing and sugar cane properties, established on the floodplain of the Clarence River, about 20 km inland from Yamba, 670 km north of Sydney and 60 km from Grafton. Both Yamba and Grafton provide excellent entertainment, amusement and recreational activities within close proximity to Maclean. The huge Clarence River sustains small prawn and fish trawling vessel fleet which works in the lower Clarence river estuary. Amateur fishers also relish in the wonderful angling opportunities available in these waters. which are also idea for all types of boating. Houseboats are an excellent way to enjoy the stream environment and there is a broad variety of other kinds of places to stay, encompassing caravan reserves, inns, vacation dwellings and apartments, farm stays and charming bed and breakfasts. Maclean is a perfect vacation base being close to the river attractions, National Parks, sandy coastlines on the coast and the major regional centre at Grafton. Maclean is famous as the `Scottish Town in Australia`, and the very popular Maclean Highland Gathering, that is held every year during the Easter holiday commemorates the Scottish heritage of Maclean. This are solo bag-pipe performances and lots of bands, highland dancing and may well liked highland sports such as tossing the caber. Some of the other major events, activities and attractions in the area include: # Visiting the Maclean Bicentennial Museum # Going on a self-guided fishing tour using the Clarence River Fishing Guide # Enjoying bushwalking and bike riding along the Angourie Walking Track on the coast and alomg the many tracks in the Bundjalung National Park.


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