Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail

The Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail proposal aims to connect the hinterland villages of the Coffs Coast using the disused 35km rail corridor from Ulong, through Lowanna to Glenreagh. This beautiful trail will pass through the proposed Great Koala National Park, revealing historic bridges and tunnels along the way. And it will be free to explore.

Our first step is clear the overgrown rail corridor so that surveyors and engineers can be brought in to begin the preparation tenders for design and construction of the rail trail.

About Us

The creation of the not-for-profit Tallowood Ventures Limited (TVL) came about after discussions between Glenreagh Mountain Railway Inc (GMR) and Woolgoolga Mountain Bike Club as well as with Coffs Harbour City Council, Clarence Valley Council and various State Government Departments.  The 35km section of rail corridor, deteriorated beyond repair for any future rail operations, was identified as having potential for rail trail development. Tallowood Ventures was formed in November 2022 with the aim of bringing the rail trail and other rail heritage activities into realisation.

For more information, visit the Tallowood Ventures website below.

The Route

The Tallowood Mountain Rail Trail will start in Ulong, passing through Lowanna and Timber Top stations and terminate in Glenreagh. 

The Team

Our board consists of Heritage Rail Group and Mountainbike Community members with an independent, corporate experienced Chairperson. Professional staff assist in day-to-day operations. All of us are passionate locals.

Our Vision

To provide stable governance and management for the development of projects that will benefit the community, regional economic growth and preservation of our local history. Our core objectives are:

• The development of the 35km of rail trail between Glenreagh and Ulong.
• To encourage ecotourism including walking, cycling and camping, in turn stimulating local business and employment for the villages of Ulong, Lowanna and Glenreagh.
• Create educational and cultural heritage opportunities.
• Improve health and wellness outcomes for local families and visitors.
• Promote sections of the rail corridor that can be used for rail heritage operations such as the running of the 1919 steam engine at Glenreagh.
• Develop rail-based opportunities that generate income and promote the railway sector.
• Promote the use of rail in the Regional North Coast Economic Area.