Snowy Mountains Region Visitors Guide
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Snowy Mountains Region Visitors Guide snowymountains.com.au welcome to our year-round The Snowy Mountains is the ultimate adventure four-season holiday destination. There is something very special We welcome you to come and see about the Snowy Mountains. for yourself. It will be an escape that you will never forget! playground It’s one of Australia’s only true year- round destinations. You can enjoy Scan for more things to do the magical winter months, when in the Snowy Mountains or visit snowymountains.com.au/ a snow experience can be thrilling, things-to-do adventurous and relaxing all at Contents the same time. Or see this diverse Kosciuszko National Park ............. 4 region come alive during the Australian Folklore ........................ 5 spring, summer and autumn Snowy Hydro ............................... 6 months with all its wonderful Lakes & Waterways ...................... 7 activities and attractions. Take a Ride & Throw a Line .......... 8 The Snowy Mountains is a natural Our Communities & Bombala ....... 9 wonder of vast peaks, pristine lakes and rushing rivers and streams full of Cooma & Surrounds .................. 10 life and adventure, weaving through Jindabyne & Surrounds .............. 11 unique and interesting landscapes. Tumbarumba & Surrounds ......... 12 Take your time and tour around Tumut & Surrounds .................... 13 our iconic region enjoying fine Our Alpine Resorts ..................... 14 food, wine, local produce and Go For a Drive ............................ 16 much more. Regional Map ............................. 17 Regional Events & Canberra ...... 18 “The Snowy Mountains Getting Here............................... 19 – there’s more to it Call Click Connect Visit .............. 20 than you think!” 2 | snowymountains.com.au snowymountains.com.au | 3 Australian folklore Horse riding is a ‘must do’, when and friends. Guided treks through visiting the Snowy Mountains. the Snowy Mountains can be ICONIC kosciuszko The heritage of the region is indelibly enjoyed by all ages and ability levels. linked to ‘The Man from Snowy River’. Treks can last just a few hours on Our history is covered with stories easy going trails and up to two days national PArk and adventures just waiting to be or more with rides into remote areas. shared by local horse riding experts. Plus, there’s a world class equestrian The Snowy Mountains is Australia’s highest Revel in the thrill of riding in facility with events and activities alpine wilderness – nature and adventure Australia’s high country with family throughout the year. at its awesome best. Kosciuszko National Park is a rare rush of mountain biking on marked and wild place year-round. trails and alpine trekking to the top of Australia’s highest peak, All NSW alpine resorts – Charlotte Mt Kosciuszko. Pass, Perisher, Selwyn and Thredbo – are located here, all buzzing with Discover high country boating, activity in the colder months. fishing, rock climbing, camping and heritage stays. Or explore the rugged The Park is also home to Australia’s alpine terrain on a guided tour. five glacial lakes dating back to There’s so much to see! the ice-age and hosts a variety of precious flora and fauna unique Scan for more information about Kosciuszko National Park or visit to the region. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au Scan for more information Throughout spring, summer and about horse riding in the autumn, nature and adventure Snowy Mountains experiences abound. Experience the ancient marvel of Yarrangobilly Caves and spectacular wildflower and glacial lake walks. Or experience the 4 | snowymountains.com.au snowymountains.com.au | 5 The Snowy Mountains is the source of some of the most iconic rivers in SNOWY HYDRO SCHEME EXPLORE our our nation – the Murray, Snowy and Murrumbidgee. lakes and When it’s warmer, our vast lakes and just amazing! waterways are the perfect setting for some of the best sport fishing Our many beautiful lakes were born to be found anywhere in Australia. from the hard work of the nation’s waterways The location makes it an ideal greatest ever project, the Snowy place for high altitude athlete Hydro Scheme. They provide the swim training. energy that powers the homes and industry of Australia. You can also enjoy the thrill of sailing, water skiing, paddle boarding Snowy Hydro Visitor Information and kayaking, or simply cool off Centres are located across our and take a dip in pure nature. region at Cooma, Cabramurra, along the Alpine Way near Khancoban and at Talbingo. snowyhydro.com.au Scan for more information about the Snowy Hydro Scan for more information about water sports in the Snowy Mountains or visit snowymountains/things-to-do/ activities/watersports 6 | snowymountains.com.au snowymountains.com.au | 7 From Cooma to Bombala, Tumbarumba to Tumut, Jindabyne history, culture to our alpine resorts, there are sights, sounds and tastes to savour and enjoy. and adventure You’ll be welcomed by high country hospitality in eclectic rural villages and bustling market towns, rich in take a ride in every town history and new experiences. Discover our indigenous culture, The region’s world-class mountain Trail, Cooma North Ridge Reserve, Our communities pioneer heritage and the aroma of bike and shared trails are not Bungarra Trails, the beautiful Bago local cooking tempting every appetite. to be missed, with hundreds of State Forest, Bombala trails, Tumut are a mix of old and Bombala: Located in the kilometres of mapped trails ready State Forest and Khancoban for new, packed with south-eastern reaches of the to discover. other great rides for all abilities. character and charm, Snowy Mountains, the historic Try the amazing trails at Thredbo Our quiet, meandering roads are activities and events. town of Bombala has roots in the Resort and the Thredbo Valley perfect for road cycling enthusiasts grazing and timber industries. Track that winds all the way to and raved about by all who visit. Lake Crackenback Resort, with These roads are home to the Today, the town is becoming famous a plan to link it all the way to world-famous L’Etape Australia for its lavender products and as Jindabyne. Check out Mill Creek cycling event. Australia’s ‘Platypus Capital’. Ride the mountain bike trails, fish for trout in crystal clear streams, hike along the Bundian Way and visit throw a line the nearby Gardens of the Monaro. The tranquil waters of Lakes Some of the most exhilarating sport Eucumbene, Jindabyne, Blowering, fishing in Australia can be found Talbingo, Tantangara, Tumut and in these parts. Or, catch and cook your own at Eucumbene Trout Farm. Khancoban Pondages and the many high country streams across Scan for more information about fishing in the Snowy Mountains the region are world renowned as Scan for more or visit snowymountains.com.au/ information a freshwater angler’s paradise. things-to-do/fishing about Bombala Catches worthy of a photo are regularly landed with Brown, Brook and Rainbow Trout along with Atlantic Salmon in bountiful supply. 8 | snowymountains.com.au snowymountains.com.au | 9 COOMA and surrounds Rich in history and the gateway to adventure. Adaminaby: A fantastic trout fishing centre and winter sports The rolling Monaro Plains are without equal. High and often treeless, Jindabyne and gateway, Adaminaby is over this region produces some of the finest merino wool. The villages and 1,000 metres above sea level. towns here date back to the 1840s. Historic Bolaro Station and scenic surrounds Yaouk Valley are located nearby. Cooma: ‘Capital of the Snowy Bredbo: Boasting the historic Bredbo Charlie McKeahnie, said to be the Mountains’, Cooma is the Inn and the famous Christmas A picture postcard framed inspiration for Banjo Paterson’s largest inland town in the Snowy Barn, Bredbo is perfect for a by lakes and alpine peaks The Man From Snowy River, Mountains region. With a bustling coffee break or you can even lived and died in the district. town centre, it offers a range join a truffle hunt! is waiting for you. For a slice of history visit the of great cafés, restaurants and Jindabyne: Gently nestled along the Numeralla: Situated on the banks Snowy Scheme Museum, or be specialty retail shops. You can southern shores of its beautiful lake, of the Numeralla River, this small adventurous and take a horse discover the fascinating story of Jindabyne is the largest accommodation village is a popular spot for anglers riding tour. the Snowy Scheme at the Snowy venue in the Snowy Mountains. It to drop a line or join in the fun at Located right on the Discovery Centre, enjoy some retail offers a range of camping, caravan Dalgety: the annual Numeralla Folk Festival. banks of the Snowy River, Dalgety therapy at Birdsnest or ‘Go to Gaol’ parks, hotels and apartment options. visitcooma.com.au was once earmarked as the at the NSW Corrective Services Restaurants and cafés provide fine location for Australia’s national Museum. Take in the Lambie Scan for more information cuisine for all tastes. Often a hub for capital city. Refresh and recharge Town walk to discover Cooma’s about the Cooma area action sport enthusiasts, triathletes, at the Dalgety pub, or laze away rich history, including the beautiful road cyclists, mountain biking and trail runners, Jindabyne is also renowned for the day with a swim under the Raglan Gallery and its annual sailing, water skiing, paddle boarding, must-see historic Snowy River exhibition program. Drop into the fishing, swimming, events and summer Bridge constructed in 1888. Cooma Visitors Centre for more festivals. Nearby you’ll also find cold snowymonaro.nsw.gov.au information about the area. climate wines, local brews and famous Scan for more information : Sitting atop the Great cookies to savour! Nimmitabel about the Jindabyne area Dividing Range at 1,070 metres, Along the Alpine Way from Jindabyne, Nimmitabel’s points of interest the beautiful Thredbo Valley is host to include Geldmacher House and Mill many attractions including Wildbrumby and St Andrews Catholic Church.