Forest-lined pools and misty mountains, Allyn River country was home to the Gringai people for thousands of years. The Upper Allyn presents a rare opportunity to experience a diversity of natural environments. To explore and best appreciate the Upper Allyn visitors are encouraged to set aside a whole day. This will involve a round trip of over 100 km from Dungog or Gresford, including significant travel on unsealed roads. Two-wheel-drive vehicles with reasonable ground clearance are suitable for the trip except in wet weather.