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 ’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 ...... 4 region come alive during the Australian Folklore...... 5 spring, summer and autumn ...... 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 & Surrounds...... 10 life and adventure, weaving through Jindabyne & Surrounds...... 11 unique and interesting landscapes. & Surrounds...... 12 Take your time and tour around & 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 & ...... 18 “The Snowy Mountains Getting Here...... 19 – there’s more to it Call Click Connect Visit...... 20 than you think!”

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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 ’. 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 near and at Talbingo. snowyhydro.com.au

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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 and visit throw a line the nearby Gardens of the . 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.

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Rich in history and the gateway to adventure. : 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 Valley are located nearby. Cooma: ‘Capital of the Snowy : 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 ’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 : Situated on the banks Snowy Scheme Museum, or be specialty retail shops. You can southern shores of its beautiful lake, of the , 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! 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. Schnapps and the magnificent Lake Take a break in one of the quaint Crackenback Resort and Spa – the cafés or go trinket shopping. region’s premier place to stay any season.

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Khancoban: A relaxed town Tumbarumba: Located in the every season. with a variety of accommodation, lower ranges of the Snowy Enjoy one of the region’s festivals, Tumut: Whether you’re seeking Khancoban is a fabulous base Mountains, this charming, tranquil explore the gold mining history, outdoor adventures, stunning from which to explore the Snowy retreat boasts well conserved camp, bushwalk, fish, or simply landscapes, or a relaxing stay Mountains and beautiful Upper heritage buildings, award winning wander along the and by the clean waters of the Tumut Murray region, linked by the scenic vineyards, trout streams, berry sample beautiful local fresh fruit. River, Tumut has something for Alpine Way. Khancoban Pondage farms, sheep and cattle meadows. every visitor. Celebrate the glorious With many buildings and local streams are popular for Snuggled into the flanks of a Adelong: autumn colours at the Festival of dating back to the gold rush, fishing and water sports and the vibrant green valley in the shadow the Falling Leaf or stroll through Adelong is reminiscent of times new Information Centre will keep of forested, rugged slopes, the town for its country charm gone by. The impressive Adelong you informed. Tumbarumba is a nature lover’s and historic buildings. Nearby paradise with a peaceful vibe. Gold Mill Ruins are well worth a visit. is a mecca for Laurel Hill: Hardwood timber boat water sport enthusiasts. oars and sulky shafts were once Held on the last weekend of Batlow: Renowned for its orchards, tumutregion.com.au produced here. Nowadays, lovely February each year, Tumbafest Batlow is nestled in the foothills. picnic areas, plant nurseries and is a celebration of local food, Visit a farm gate stall for the Scan for more information berry farms pepper the area. wine and music. The event offers freshest apples, cherries, berries about the Tumut area The famed Sugar Pine Walk is something for everyone and is and stone fruits when in season. located nearby. not to be missed. Cabramurra: Built to house tumbarumbaregion.com.au Rosewood: The annual Rosewood workers on the great Snowy Country Roundup Music Festival is Mountains Hydro Scheme, just the way to experience friendly Scan for more information Cabramurra is the highest country hospitality with a variety of about the Tumbarumba area permanently inhabited town entertainment, while relaxing by in Australia. the campfire. Talbingo: The western gateway Nearby is the Glenroy Heritage to Kosciuszko National Park and Reserve, featuring the Pioneer the , Talbingo Women’s Hut, Cottage Craft Shop, is a hub for water sports and and world-famous Quilt Museum. outdoor pursuits.

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The Snowy Mountains offers a • Regale your exploits by an open Our resorts transform in the spring, Play golf, tennis, swim or work out snow holiday experience like no fireplace and eat, drink and be merry summer and autumn months, in the Thredbo Leisure Centre. Take other place in the world can. • Take a scenic chairlift ride or go revealing new experiences and on the bobsled ride for a downhill During the snow season from June for a slide on a snow tube adventure. The snow melts away thrill or simply take it easy in the to October, our four distinctive alpine • Extend your time on the slopes but the picturesque scenery high country. Thredbo is calling! resorts of with night skiing Perisher, Thredbo, remains and world renowned Although predominantly winter and Charlotte Pass Selwyn ...and so much more! mountain biking and hiking, along destinations, you can unwind or Snow Resort are alive with thrills with a myriad of other things to get active at our other resorts. and adventure guaranteed to leave Stay on-snow and wake up to see and do, come to life. Perisher has a series of excellent memories to last a lifetime. a winter wonderland or stay mountain bike trails suitable for all nearby in a welcoming Snowy Thredbo is a true year-round A trip to the snow is for all ages and ability levels and a variety of marked Mountains town. There’s a variety of destination. The beautiful village can be done on your own or with walking trails. friends and family. Nowhere else accommodation available to suit has a range of accommodation will you find such a fun and exciting all budgets and needs. options and places to eat, shop, Charlotte Pass is the gateway to atmosphere, set amongst ancient awesome hiking in the Kosciuszko Visit our website for more play or kick back and relax. snow gums with awe inspiring National Park and a popular information about our amazing Catch the Kosciuszko Express snow covered peaks to explore. meeting point for road cycling resorts, where to stay or Chairlift and hike out to the top of There’s so much to do in our resorts: enthusiasts eager to tackle the planning a snow holiday. Australia. Challenge yourself with • Take a lesson to learn to ski or uphill ride from Jindabyne. Scan for more information a mix of incredible cross country snowboard, or simply brush up about Snow Holidays or visit on your skills snowymountains.com.au/ and some of the best high speed • Go for a snow-shoe walk across things-to-do/ski-snow gravity-fed mountain bike trails in breathtaking time-worn landscapes Australia. You won’t want to miss • Build a snowman and make a the amazing Thredbo Valley Track snow angel that takes riders and walkers all the • Enjoy live entertainment for all, way to Lake Crackenback Resort including ‘wow’ moments with and beyond. fireworks over snow

14 | snowymountains.com.au snowymountains.com.au | 15 go for a drive The roads and drives around the The Snowy Mountains Snowy Mountains are some of the takes you back from Tumut along best you’ll find anywhere in Australia. high country valleys and peaks, past Take in the scenery as you meander Yarrangobilly Caves and on to the through amazing valleys, fertile river at Adaminaby, then back plains and incredible mountain peaks. to Cooma. Tumut to Cooma is about Start your road trip in Canberra and 180km, just over two hours drive. head down the Snowy Mountain Additional drives: Cooma to Bombala Highway towards Cooma, just one via the , back to hour’s drive away. Jindabyne along Snowy River Way The Kosciuszko Alpine Way is a scenic route along fertile valleys, traverses the Monaro Plain from farmlands and the boulder-filled Cooma, through the lakeside town of landscapes of the Monaro Plains. Jindabyne (divert along Kosciuszko Take the Elliot Way / Link Rd that cuts Rd to Perisher and Charlotte Pass through the Kosciuszko National Park alpine resorts) and past the Thredbo past Cabramurra and Selwyn Snow alpine village. From there head down Resort starting from just outside a steep and winding section to pretty Tumbarumba or Kiandra from Khancoban and on to either end. (28km away). Cooma to Khancoban is approximately 170km, taking just over two hours. Scan for suggested itineraries or visit snowymountains.com.au/ The Snowy Valleys Way takes you gettinghere/itineraries through beautiful valleys and plains to picturesque Tumbarumba, famous for cold climate wines, then on to the apple area of Batlow and through to Tumut. Khancoban to Tumut is about 140km, with pretty Tumbarumba just over half-way (worth a stop).

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The Snowy Mountains is a big has regular place to visit. Most people who flights from all over Australia travel to the region choose to and now has direct flights drive by car or motorcycle. from Singapore and Wellington. It’s always inspiring when you For details go to: regional events first see the highest peaks in the canberraairport.com.au distance from the road. And it Scan for more information on The Snowy Mountains is alive all starts with an easy hour drive getting to the Snowy Mountains year-round with a feast of from Canberra to Cooma. or visit snowymountains.com.au/ diverse and vibrant events getting-to-snowy-mountains spanning the length and For those wanting to fly, the breadth of the region. Snowy Mountains Airport has regular Regional Express (REX) Our events calendar is services year-round. It’s less than constantly evolving. Scan for more information or visit an hour flight from . snowymountains.com.au/events rex.com.au

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