| Cost | See Camps App |
|---|---|
| Location | NSW/QLD Border region – Tweed Heads/Coolangatta |
| Pet Friendly | See Camps App |
| Campfires | See Camps App |
| Facilities | Caravan parks available at Kirra, Tweed Heads and Tweed Coast |
| Vehicle Access | See Camps App |
| In Camps App | Yes – check for campsite details |
Now Queenslanders will be able to visit south of the border (and vice versa for many more New South Wales residents). Here’s a few places we recommend and would appreciate your support around the NSW/QLD border.
1. Bread Social
You’ll find this newish cafe/bakery at Bay Street, Tweed Heads, NSW. It’s a great thing to return to, when I visit mum nearby.
You just need to check out the photos below to see why. I am not one for custard – maybe the odd vanilla slice – but their Portuguese tarts are divine. I’m salivating just remembering!
I have to eat at least one chorizo, egg, harissa and tomato foccacia for breakfast (if you arrive early enough they are still warm and the egg yolk a little gooey) and collect a traditional organic sourdough for our stay. They say it takes 72 hours to handcraft their breads.
I’m normally there early after my walk, but I’ve just read their lunch menu – and I’ll think i’ll have to make an extra trip next time! The ciabatta with slow-braised lamb shoulder and salsa verde? Or the “Old School Chicken” with avo and herb aioli? Maybe a flat bread with roasted celeriac, pumpkin, green bean and orange vinaigrette? The Ploughman’s Butty sounds delicious, too.
Just read they have a lemon meringue tart, as well. My all time favourite.
They have another shop in Byron Bay. Find out more: www.thebreadsocial.com.au
2. Coolangatta Tweed Tenpin
Lots of lovely memories here for me – not so for the owners right now. Border restrictions have caused them so much grief (as it has many border businesses and ten pin bowling rinks). They are only metres from the state line, and really relied on Queenslanders to support their business once they were allowed to operate again after COVID lockdown measures. Of course, residents north of the border weren’t allowed too.
The owners are lovely folk, and friends of ours – so if you are in this part of the world, treat yourself to a bowling game or too. Great for families, and just a fun way to spend an hour or so.
It is at 55 Wharf Street, opposite Tweed Mall. Visit: https://tweedtenpin.com.au/
3. Lighthouse walk
Definitely my favourite walk in Coolangatta/Tweed. Hills, beaches, boat harbour, even the bakery we mentioned above! It circuits through Coolangatta – up to the lighthouse, down to Tweed Heads and includes four beaches and three surf clubs, so you could time this one quite strategically (wink, wink), or tackle it early morning where’ll you’ll finish at our next stop….
4. Jays Food Emporium
Breakfast at Jays Food Emporium is super cheap. Not fancy, but you can purchase more elaborate brekkies there as well. Best of all, if you are feeding a crowd – you can eat out and it is still economical. Jays also produce a range of condiments and sauces. You’ll find it at 3/102 Griffith St, Coolangatta.
5. Twin Towns RSL
Now you can’t get much closer to the border than Twin Towns RSL – it is just a hop over to the border monument where you can take a photo with a foot in each state.
How easy is it to find a place with live music and dance floors, shows, restaurants plus views? Seven eateries, in fact. After their million dollar makeover, it is better than ever. It’s at 2 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, you cannot miss this local icon!More to see and do
As we visit Tweed-Coolangatta A LOT, (I grew up here, and mum still lives here) we do have some more locations to camp and visit near the border.
Want to know where to stay?
There are caravan parks at Kirra, Tweed Heads and on the Tweed Coast – check out the Camps Australia Wide App and our Caravan Parks 5 book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stay when visiting the Tweed Heads/Coolangatta border area?
There are caravan parks at Kirra, Tweed Heads and on the Tweed Coast. Check the Camps App for current details on locations, facilities and availability.
What’s special about Bread Social bakery?
Located on Bay Street, Tweed Heads, Bread Social offers Portuguese tarts, chorizo and egg focaccia for breakfast, and handcrafted organic sourdough that takes 72 hours to make. They also have lunch options and a second location in Byron Bay.
Is the lighthouse walk suitable for families?
Yes, the Coolangatta/Tweed lighthouse walk circuits through the area and includes hills, beaches, a boat harbour, and passes four beaches and three surf clubs, making it suitable for families at various fitness levels.
What entertainment options are available at Twin Towns RSL?
Twin Towns RSL offers live music, dance floors, shows, restaurants with views, and seven different eateries. It’s located at 2 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, right near the border monument.
Where is the best budget breakfast option in Coolangatta?
Jays Food Emporium at 3/102 Griffith St, Coolangatta offers super cheap breakfast options and is economical for feeding a crowd. They also produce a range of condiments and sauces.
Is Coolangatta Tweed Tenpin suitable for families?
Yes, the ten pin bowling venue at 55 Wharf Street (opposite Tweed Mall) is great for families and a fun way to spend an hour or so.
Can I camp right on the border between NSW and Queensland?
Check the Camps App for current details on camping options near the NSW/QLD border in the Tweed Heads and Coolangatta region.
What are the must-try food items in the area?
Portuguese tarts and chorizo focaccia at Bread Social are highly recommended, along with their 72-hour organic sourdough. The area also offers various dining options at Twin Towns RSL and budget-friendly meals at Jays Food Emporium.
