Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour is a coastal town halfway between Sydney and Brisbane on the Pacific coast of New South Wales. The settlement spreads across several suburbs and ranges from sandy beaches to forested hills in the hinterland.

The Gumbaynggirr people lived in this coastal region long before European arrival, until John Korff named the natural harbor in the 19th century. The timber industry shaped the early development of the town and brought settlers and workers to the area.

The town takes its name from Captain John Korff, while the large artificial harbor with its distinctive breakwater is now a favorite spot for families and fishermen. On weekends locals gather at the harbor to catch crabs or swim at Jetty Beach.

An airport sits north of the town center and offers connections to Sydney and Melbourne. Trains stop at the station near the harbor and connect the town with other coastal locations along the Pacific coast.

The town sits directly on the border of two geological zones, where subtropical rainforest meets temperate coastal climate. This location allows visitors to travel through completely different landscapes within a short drive.

Location: New South Wales

Location: City of Coffs Harbour

Elevation above the sea: 21 m

Part of: Mid North Coast

Shares border with: Upper Orara, Boambee East, Boambee, North Boambee Valley, Sawtell, Toormina, Karangi, Korora

Website: http://coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au

GPS coordinates: -30.30228,153.11890

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:02