If you continue north along the highway, beyond Valla Rd, you will soon come to the turnoff on the right which leads out to Valla Headland and Valla Beach which is noted for its surfing, although there are safe areas for children. There is also a walking track, and visitors can enjoy deep-sea, beach and estuary fishing. All the usual amenities are provided. You can, in fact, walk to Valla Beach from Nambucca Beach - a distance of about 3 km. A bus will bring you back if you wish, or you can undertake the excursion in reverse.
Bus timetables are available from the information centre.
Valla Beach Resort is the venue for the Volkswagen Spectacular which is held in late July or early August of the odd-numbered years and for a Hot Rod Rally on the October long weekend. Most riverside caravan parks also hire out various craft. White-water rafting expeditions can be organised through the information centre which also has information regarding riverside picnic areas.