Grafton is a village in the north of New South Wales, instantly recognisable by the vibrant purple flowers of its wonderful Jacaranda trees, which line the boulevards and river banks. The Clarence River Valley runs through Grafton providing a dramatic natural landscape, and the city is also surrounded by National Park land. Its location on the river has cemented Grafton's position as major commercial hub, and the superior shopping facilities reflect this. The Grafton Cup races are a major event in the region's calendar. Car hire in Grafton is a must, especially if you plan on visiting the surrounding National Parks. Hiring a car in Grafton is available from Grafton Airport, and locations throughout the region.
Hiring a car in Grafton is popular, as people take the opportunity to drive along the sublime banks of the Clarence River and the accompanying valley. Rent a car in Grafton and drive east through Yuraygir Park on the Pacific Highway, where you'll find the coast and the wonderful New South Wales beaches, but venture west and you'll discover the profoundly beautiful landscape of the National Parks. An hour's journey west on the Gwydir Highway will bring you to the rainforests and gorges of Washpool National Park; Gibraltar Range National Park is immediately south of Washpool, and Chaelundi Park resides just below these two.
