The Northern New South rural service town and tourist hub of Wauchope is a thriving friendly community in the centre of the rich farming area in the Hastings River Valley. The area is supported by dairy and cattle grazing and forestry and is a gateway to the many State Forests, National parks and nature reserves that are a feature of the area. Wauchope is situated on the Hastings River and is located about 400 km north of Sydney and just 20 km west of Port Macquarie, which provides a wide range of entertainment venues including live music gis, pubs and clubs. Wauchope is famous for its forests ad timber products. The nearby theme park ('Timbertown'), has live exhibits showcasing the rich timber heritage of the area including wood-cutting and milling. there is a steam train and working bullock
team, as well as a large display centre and charming restaurant. Visitors will enjoy the excellent bushwalking and camping in the Werrikimbe National Park and Willi Willi National Park, and see the unique the rainforest in Boorganna Nature Reserve. Some of the things to do and major attractions in Wauchope and the surrounding district are: # Asphalting, moutain bike riding and picnicking in the surrounding National Parks and State Forests # Visit the nearby towns of Comboyne and Beechwood # Take a food tour and experience the wonderful local produce at the Bago Vineyards and the Hastings Valley Olives near Yarras # Visit Timbertown for that showcases the timber heritage of the town # Taste fresh local produce at the delightful Hastings Farmers Market that is held on the 4th Saturday of every
month.