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Fossickers Way Fossickers Way OPEN IN MOBILE Jacaranda trees line a street in the country town of Tamworth Details Open leg route 559.4KM / 347.6MI (Est. travel time 7 hours) Brush up on gold rush history in the rolling green hills of NSW's gorgeous gemstone country. Wind along sun-dappled country roads from Barraba to Tamworth, fossick for hidden gems, and explore historic colonial towns and spectacular national parks. What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 1 of 29 Fossickers Way What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 2 of 29 Fossickers Way 1 Day 1: Barraba OPEN IN MOBILE The trail kicks o in the character-Êlled New England town of Barraba, hugging a picturesque bend of the Manilla River between the Horton Valley and the beautiful Nandewar Ranges. With its tree-lined streets, heritage buildings and old fashioned shop fronts, Barraba is a delightful gold rush town dating back to the mid 1800s. The area is a haven for birdwatchers and rare 40m mural artwork on Barraba Silos by artist Fintan Magee birds alike, including the endangered Regent Honeyeater and 190 other bird species. Part of the Silo Art Trail, keep an eye out for the amazing 40m high Barraba Silo mural, The Water Diviner, on your way into town. You can while away a pleasant afternoon at the Split Rock Dam, a popular spot for local Êshing and water sports. Don’t miss the dramatic rock formations of Mount Kaputar National Park, an extinct volcano surrounded by remnant rainforest with bushwalking trails, abundant wildËowers and towering snow gums. GET DIRECTION S Sights & Activities Mount Kaputar Split Rock Dam National Park What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 3 of 29 Fossickers Way Mount Kaputar National Split Rock Dam Park Photo: Rob Cleary Manilla Road, Barraba, New South Wales, Australia, 2347 Kaputar Road, Kaputar, New South (02) 6767 5300 GET DIRECTION S Wales, Australia, 2390 [email protected] GET DIRECTION S Free Entry Public Toilet, Picnic Area Picnic Area Public Toilet Picnic Area Picnic Area Birdwatching, Boating, Camping, Canoeing/Kayaking, Four Wheel Driving, Cycling, Horse Riding, Swimming Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Walks, Boating Facilities Parking With camping, cycling, walking, horse riding and bird watching waiting for you Large open camp areas on the shore of on this scenic mountain range, Mount split rock dam with a choice of powered Kaputar is a fantastic wilderness escape. and unpowered sites. What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 4 of 29 Fossickers Way 2 Day 1: Inverell OPEN IN MOBILE Welcome to Inverell, Australia’s own Sapphire City, set in a fertile valley on the MacIntyre River. Fossickers have been trying their luck here since 1854, Ênding sapphires, diamonds and gold aplenty among other precious gems and minerals. The Billabong Blue Sapphire Fossicking Park oÂers a hands on experience where you can The General Store (built in 1911) located inside Inverell Pioneer fossick for your own Inverell Sapphire. Village One for the history buÂs, Inverell Pioneer Village is a charming collection of historical buildings dating back to 1841, along with fascinating photos and artefacts of early settler life. The National Transport Museum is a must-see for car enthusiasts, boasting over 120 exhibits of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles. Soak up the atmosphere at the dynamic and creative community hub of the Inverell Art Gallery, which hosts exhibitions, classes and the ‘Meandering MacIntyre’ footpath mosaic, a 94m Arrive via car from Day 1: Inverell long artwork of the colourful Ëora and fauna of 130KM / 81MI ~ Approximately 2 hours GET DIRECTION S the Ëowing river. Sights & Activities Billabong Blue Inverell Pioneer Sapphire Village Fossicking Park National Inverell Art Transport Gallery Museum What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 5 of 29 Fossickers Way Billabong Blue Sapphire Inverell Pioneer Village Fossicking Park Tourism Inverell Carol Fuller 64 Tingha Road, Inverell, New South 2479 Kings Plains Road, Inverell, New Wales, Australia, 2360 South Wales, Australia, 2360 (02) 6722 1717 (02) 6721 0500 GET DIRECTION S GET DIRECTION S [email protected] Public Toilet, Picnic Area Public Toilet, Non-smoking, * Adults AUD20 each. Family (two * Seniors or Pensioners AUD10. Picnic Area Picnic Area adults and two six to sixteen year Family pass (parents with two Picnic Area Public Toilet Public Toilet olds) AUD50. Includes Day Entry to or more children) AUD30. Camping Fossicking Park, Equipment and $10.00 ~ $30.00 AUD* Carers free with disabled $20 ~ $50 AUD* Tuition. Parking, Coach Parking visitors. Parking Inverell Pioneer Village is a collection of Billabong Blue is a Sapphire Fossicking authentic historic buildings and homes Park on private property which is located from Inverell and the surrounding Districts 22 kilometres from Inverell. Enjoy a day dating from 1841 set in a peaceful out fossicking for an Inverell What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 6 of 29 Fossickers Way National Transport Inverell Art Gallery Museum Inverell Art Gallery Tourism Inverell Tourism Inverell 5 Evans Street, Inverell, New South Wales, Australia, 2360 69 Rifle Range Road, Inverell, New South Wales, Australia, 2360 (02) 6722 4983 GET DIRECTION S (02) 6721 2270 [email protected] GET DIRECTION S [email protected] Public Toilet, Non-smoking Public Toilet * Entry by Gold Caters for people who use a wheelchair., $1.00 ~ $2.00 AUD* Parking Coin donation. * AUD12 per Wheelchair Access Adult, AUD10 Public Toilet, Non-smoking Public Toilet Concession and The Inverell Art Gallery has a diverse $12 ~ $30 AUD* Parking, Coach Parking AUD30 for Caters for people who use a wheelchair., Family of two range of original art and craft items on Wheelchair Access, Caters for people who Adults and display and for sale. The Gallery is placed use a wheelchair. three Children. within two The National Transport Museum consists of a display of over 200 exhibits. Cars, trucks, fire engines, motorcycles, bicycles, pedal cars, scooters and numerous models and What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 7 of 29 Fossickers Way 3 Day 2: Emmaville OPEN IN MOBILE Take the scenic route to the tiny rural township of Emmaville, a hidden gem itself, northeast of Inverell. An historic mining town made up of a general store, pub and mining museum, what Emmaville lacks in size, it more than makes up for in its impressive gem and mineral collections. The volunteer-run Emmaville Mining Museum is renowned for housing one of the Ênest rock, gem Emmaville Mining Museum has over 4,000 mineral specimens and fossil collections in Australia, many of which are sourced locally. There are also over 300 historic photographs giving a captivating insight into early mining life, replicas of colonial stores including a blacksmith’s shop and an old miner's hut, and items for the avid collector to purchase. Fossicking is a popular and rewarding pursuit in this rich mineral belt, and the friendly locals will happily point you to the best spots to try your hand. The local rivers are also popular for their great trout Êshing. Arrive via car from Day 2: Emmaville Sights & Activities 74KM / 46MI ~ Approximately an hour GET DIRECTION S Emmaville Mining Museum What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 8 of 29 Fossickers Way Emmaville Mining Museum 80 Moore Street, Emmaville, New South Wales, Australia, 2371 (02) 6734 7025 GET DIRECTION S [email protected] Public Toilet Public Toilet $1 ~ $2 AUD Parking Emmaville's own gem! See the nationally renowned Curnow mineral collection, plus the Jillet, Gilbey and Maskey collections and a photograph collection of over 200 photographs. What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 9 of 29 Fossickers Way 4 Day 2: Glen Innes OPEN IN MOBILE Heading south, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d taken a detour to the Scottish Highlands. Rolling green countryside, dramatic vistas and Celtic standing stones welcome you to Glen Innes, the heart of Celtic Country. Glen Innes is packed with history and the many heritage-listed buildings will transport you to another time. In honour of the early settlers' Sun shining over the Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes Celtic heritage, the impressive Australian Standing Stones serve as a commemorative monument and cultural gathering place, with the Australian Celtic Festival held here each year in May. East of Glen Innes, you'll Ênd rugged gorges and ancient rainforest in the World Heritage-listed Washpool National Park. Marvel at the world’s largest stand of coachwood trees, a stunning giant red cedar and beautiful Sydney blue gum. Take your pick of horse riding, sapphire Arrive via car from Day 2: Glen fossicking or bushwalking with Three Waters High Innes Country Holidays, and experience a night out 43KM / 27MI ~ Approximately 36 minutes GET DIRECTION S under the stars camping by a creek. Sights & Activities Australian Washpool Standing National Park Stones Three Waters High Country Holidays What is a QR code? To learn how to use QR codes refer to the last page 10 of 29 Fossickers Way Australian Standing Washpool National Park Stones Photo: Rob Cleary Coachwood Drive, Gibraltar Range, Centennial Parklands, Martins New South Wales, Australia, 2370 Lookout, Glen Innes, New South Wales, Australia, 2370 GET DIRECTION S (02) 6730 2400 GET DIRECTION S Picnic Area Picnic Area Free Entry Public Toilet, Picnic Area Four Wheel Driving, Cycling, Horse Riding, Swimming Picnic Area, Cafe, Barbeque Public Toilet Lookouts Parking, Coach Parking Washpool National Park, north-west of Grafton or east of Glen Innes, offers The Australian Standing Stones in Glen wilderness walks and camping in Innes pays tribute to the Celtic heritage stunning World Heritage surrounds.