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Patons Hut Walking Track

Natural Attractions

Patons Hut Walking Track

Best walked in the warmer months, Patons Hut walking track gives you an opportunity to see the historic side of Kosciuszko National Park. Bushwalking this well-defined track, you can gaze at an impressive colour palette created by tall mountain gums and eucalypt forest looming overhead, as well as pretty frost hollows. A spring visit is perfect for stunning glimpses of blooming shrubs and wildflowers such as buttercups and waxy bluebells. It’s remarkable to see how well the area has regenerated after bushfires in 2003. Quiet hikers might manage to spot some of the park’s native wildlife, including eastern grey kangaroos, red-necked wallabies and lizards. You may even see a wombat if you’re there at dawn or dusk. It should take about an hour to reach Patons Hut. First built in 1934, and rebuilt after bushfire, it remains an excellent example of an iron grazier’s hut. Pause a while to experience the Snowy Mountains region’s cultural heritage. You might even savour a picnic lunch or go fishing in Tooma Dam before returning the way you came.

Jagumba NSW

0.1 km away

Round Mountain Hut walking track

Natural Attractions

Round Mountain Hut walking track

Enjoy the exquisite scenery and fascinating alpine heritage along Round Mountain Hut walking track. Starting from the signposted track head off Swampy Plains Road, this short summer Snowy Mountains walk takes you through a beautiful subalpine habitat into Jagungal Wilderness Area. Time your visit with wildflower season, when the walking track comes alive with buttercups, billy buttons, waxy bluebells and daisies. If you’re walking between April and October, take a good look at the olive-barked black sallee trees – their star-shaped clusters of flower buds are simply beautiful. Sadly the corrugated iron hut was destroyed in the 2019/20 bushfires, however, the walking track is still open.

Jagumba NSW

1.2 km away

Kosciuszko National Park — Image credit: NSW Government

National Parks and Reserves

Kosciuszko National Park

From Jindabyne to Tumut, NSW's largest national park will keep you busy for a weekend or for weeks. Ski or snowboard the highest runs in the country at Thredbo and Perisher and try cross-country skiing in winter. Go camping, descend underground to magical Yarrangobilly Caves or climb to the summit of Mount Kosciuszko on Main Range walk in summer. Why not take on the challenge of Snowies Alpine Walk? This 56 kilometre hike connects alpine villages at Guthega, Charlotte Pass, Perisher Valley and Bullocks Hut. Spend 4 days walking in the Snowy Mountains and see glacial lakes, wildflower meadows, historic huts and spectacular views. Adventure seekers can also get their thrills on Thredbo Valley track. Beyond high mountain peaks you'll find more to explore. There's great fishing and paddling in the lower Snowy and upper Murray rivers. Throw a line in a mountain stream or reservoir like Blowering, Eucumbene and Tantangara or stop in for a swim in the spring waters of Yarrangobilly Caves Thermal pool. You could also saddle up for a horse ride in the High Plains or near Khancoban.

Jagungal Wilderness NSW

13 km away

Four Mile Hut Walk — Image credit: NSW Government

Natural Attractions

Four Mile Hut Walk

This moderate walk sets out from the Mt Selwyn Resort carpark, along the access trail behind the resort, winding through snowgum forest to Mt Selwyn Radio Tower. Further along, the trees open up into vast sub-alpine grasslands with views of Tabletop Mountain and Mt Jagungal. The open plains are awash with wildflowers in summer, including golden-stemmed billy buttons and orange everlasting daisies. Birds are active in autumn and spring - keep an eye out for wedge-tailed eagles, flame robins and brown falcons. This track is also a great option for horse riding and mountain biking adventures. Turn right at the junction with Tabletop trail and follow for 1.3 kilometres to reach Four Mile Hut access trail, where you can spot faint remnants of the area's gold mining days. Four Mile Hut is 750 metres along the lightly marked access trail, by foot only. Built in 1937, by the last active gold miner in this area, the striking timber and tin strip hut is a scenic backdrop for a picnic to refuel before retracing your steps to the carpark.

Cabramurra NSW

19 km away

Goldseekers track

Natural Attractions

Goldseekers track

Follow this lovely self-guided loop track from Three Mile Dam campground as it meanders through snow gum woodlands, across snowgrass flats, and past an abandoned ore-crushing battery. The scenery is nothing short of spectacular here at any time of year. In spring, it’s remarkable for its carpet of wildflowers, with beautiful displays of yellow billy buttons, white silver snow daisies, and pink grass trigger plants. In winter, it becomes a pristine alpine cross-country skiing or snowshoe track, exciting enough to satisfy any snow-lover. Along the way, keep your eyes out for small mammals and birds that regularly visit here. The endangered eastern pygmy and ringtail possums make their homes in the hollows of old snow gums, as well as crimson rosellas and gang-gang cockatoos that feed on gumnuts and insect galls in the treetops.

Cabramurra NSW

21 km away

Selwyn Snow Resort

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Selwyn Snow Resort

Come and play at this family-owned and operated winter wonderland, conveniently located between Cooma and Tumut. This popular resort has forgiving slopes for skiers and snowboarders, and a team of experienced instructors. Plus it's Australia's largest dedicated toboggan park. You'll find home base at the expanded Selwyn Centre, which houses all guest facilities and services in the 1 building. Head to the toboggan park and enjoy a ride on the 150m snow carpet, or learn to ski and snowboard with experienced instructors on the progressive terrain. You can also go snow tubing, snow shoeing and there are opportunities for cross-country skiing too. Relax at the end of the day with a steaming hot chocolate and remarkable views of snowbound Mount Jagungal and Tabletop. Take a break from the slopes to explore the nearby historic town of Kiandra, where Norwegian goldminers introduced recreational skiing to Australia in 1861 by fashioning skis from fence palings.

Kiandra NSW

22 km away

Snowy Hydro Visitor Display, Khancoban — Image credit: Snowy Hydro

Agritourism

Snowy Hydro Khancoban Visitor Display

Discover the proud history and exciting future of the Snowy Scheme at the Snowy Hydro display in Khancoban. Located within the thriving local business, Pickled Parrot Providore in Khancoban the display provides an overview of the Snowy Scheme, Snowy Hydro’s operations and Australia’s renewable energy future. Explore the incredible facts and figures of this engineering marvel, learn about the exciting Snowy 2.0 pumped-hydro expansion mega project, and view operating screens to see how much the power stations in real-time. Don't miss the Snowy Scheme model and the Geehi display, both of which showcase the impressive ingenuity and engineering. While visiting, take the time to relax and enjoy the hospitality and delicious food at the Pickled Parrot Providore.

Khancoban NSW

23 km away

Khancoban to Kiandra Drive — Image credit: Photo: Murray Vanderveer

Natural Attractions

Khancoban to Kiandra Drive

Khancoban to Kiandra drive crosses central Kosciuszko National Park as it connects Alpine Way with Snowy Mountains Highway. As it winds up through mountain forest to the alpine plains, there are plenty of attractions to break up the journey and make a day of it. Historic huts, scenic campgrounds, bushwalking tracks, and trails for mountain biking and horse riding all tempt you to explore new areas of this vast and varied national park. Between Khancoban and Cabramurra, Australia's highest town, the drive crosses two dams used in Snowy Mountains' Hydro-Electric Scheme. Keep an eye out for reminders of Kosciuszko's gold-seeking past at Kiandra, near the Snowy Mountains Highway. If you’re up for a serious adventure, you can even venture into the wild and beautiful Jagungal Wilderness Area, or connect with Lob's Hole Ravine 4WD trail, near Three Mile Dam campground.

Khancoban NSW

23 km away

Braymont Gardens

Amusement and Theme Parks

Braymont Gardens

Home of the massive hedge/tree church nestled in the vineyard with magnificent views of Round Mountain, Jagungal and Blackjack this five- acre Open Garden with 100 Manchuria Pear driveway was born on 15 August 2013. The bare cow paddock has been transformed into an awesome garden with a large dam, island, bridges, ponds, bridal walk, grain silo bar, bbq fire area, hairy heaven cemetery, iris dam walkway and garden rooms, numerous seats to rest and enjoy. Colour abounds. Enjoy a great espresso overlooking the garden. At Braymont the visitor will also find the Miniature South African Meatmaster Sheep, Miniature Dunn Cattle, crested Indian Runner Ducks roaming through the garden, French Toulouse Geese and Ringneck Doves to release in the church. Bookings are essential for large groups.

Tumbarumba NSW

24 km away

Khancoban Pondage

Natural Attractions

Khancoban Pondage

Khancoban Pondage is a popular spot for fishing, boating and relaxing by the water. A convenient concrete boat ramp provides easy access for all types of boats, making it simple to get out on the lake and enjoy everything this scenic destination has to offer. Nestled at the foot of Australia's highest mountains, Khancoban Pondage is a picturesque three-kilometre lake that forms part of the iconic Snowy Mountains Hydro Scheme. Its tranquil shores wrap around the township of Khancoban, which was established in 1949 to support the workers who built one of Australia's greatest engineering achievements. At just 298 metres above sea level, Khancoban offers a unique contrast to the alpine lakes of the Snowy Mountains. Rolling farmland meets rugged mountain scenery, creating spectacular views in every season. Spring brings colourful wildflowers, while autumn transforms the landscape with vibrant shades of gold, orange and crimson, making it a favourite destination for photographers and nature lovers alike.

Khancoban NSW

25 km away

Paddy's River Falls in the Snowy Valleys — Image credit: Snowy Valleys Council

Natural Attractions

Paddy's River Falls

Paddy's River Falls has long been a favourite with locals and is fast becoming a must-see stop for visitors to the region. Just a short walk from the car park, well-positioned lookouts offer sweeping views of the Falls and the river landscape below. For a closer perspective, follow the walkway down to the base of the Falls. In the warmer months, the cool mist rising from the cascading water as it crashes into the pool and rocks below offers welcome relief from the heat. Getting there: From Tumbarumba, follow Tooma Road for approximately 18 kilometres, winding through picturesque countryside along the way.

Tumbarumba NSW

26 km away

Wallace Creek Lookout — Image credit: Photo: Murray Vanderveer

Natural Attractions

Wallace Creek Lookout

For scenic views with altitude, Wallace Creek lookout, in the Kiandra region of Kosciuszko National Park, offers spectacular alpine scenery. Within easy access from the carpark, this cliff-top lookout is moderately wheelchair-accessible and ideal for travellers of all ages. From the lookout, gaze across the grandeur of Great Dividing Range and the majestic Yarrangobilly River valley. In the distance, you’ll see the dramatic summits of the Talbingo mountains and Bogong Peaks. Keep your eyes peeled and you might see lyrebirds, or hear their call, echoing through the trees. It’s a great spot to get your bearings before exploring the park. 4WD enthusiasts can drive along Lobs Hole Ravine trail or, if you prefer a bushwalk, there’s nearby Goldseekers track.

Cabramurra NSW

27 km away

Strzelecki Memorial — Image credit: NA

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Strzelecki Memorial

On Saturday 18 November 2023, His Excellency the Ambassador of Poland Professor Maciej Chmielinkski and Mayor Andrew Whitehead unveiled the Memorial on Towong Hill Road. The Memorial commemorates Sir Paul Edmund Strzelecki's life and achievements and his ascent and naming of their highest mountain, named after his hero Tadeusz Kosciuszko. In March 1840 Strzelecki and his party walked along the Victorian side of the Murray River from Tintaldra to Bringenbrong, passing the area where Towong village now stands before continuing further along the Murray Valley. The party crossed the River again near Bringenbrong Bridge before passing Khancoban and proceeding through the bush to Geehi and to mainland Australia's highest peaks. Located on Towong Hill Road approximately 1.5 kilometres from Towong Bridge, the Memorial overlooks the Murray Valley. With spectacular views overlooking the tree-lined Murray River, its anabranches and billabongs in the middle distance. Beyond, bush-covered foothills beckon visitor and locals alike to the High Country. Mt Kosciuszko is hidden from the view from the Memorial by the second highest mountain in the High country Mt Townsend. The Strzelecki Memorial on Towong Hill Road is one of three in the vicinity. Another is near Welaregang just across the Murray River at Tintaldra NSW. The third is near Tyrell's Hut not far from the bridge crossing the Swampy Plains River on the Alpine Way.

Towong VIC

28 km away

Farrans Lookout

Natural Attractions

Farrans Lookout

Farrans Lookout is a stunning vantage point located 16 kilometers from Corryong, offering sweeping views of the Snowy Mountain Ranges, surrounding farmland, and the Murray River flats year-round. It's especially famous for its picturesque winter views of snow-capped mountains - encapsulating two of Australia's most renowned natural landmarks in one view—the Murray River and the Snowy Mountains, including Mount Kosciuszko. Visitors can enjoy a shaded picnic table, an observation deck, and informative storyboards, making it an excellent stop for travellers. As a key stop along the Great River Road touring route, Farrans Lookout is a must-see for anyone exploring the Upper Murray region.

Tintaldra VIC

28 km away

Kiandra heritage precinct — Image credit: DPIE

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Kiandra heritage precinct

Kiandra heritage precinct is open, but all precinct buildings remain closed due to severe fire damage. Kiandra was the birthplace of snow skiing in Australia and saw the shortest and coldest gold rush in 1860. A convenient stop along the Snowy Mountains Highway, its heritage buildings and walking track provide insights to the fascinating stories and life in the high country during the 1800s and early 1900s. Kiandra is also known as an access point to the renowned Australian Alps walking track, and many of central Kosciuszko National Park's walks, cycling and horse riding trails, fishing and camping spots.

Kiandra NSW

28 km away

Wild Things Anatomy — Image credit: Wild Things Anatomy

Spas and Retreats

Wild Things Anatomy

Leah and the Wild Things Anatomy team use the tools of breathwork, cold exposure and time in nature as the catalysts for freedom, contentment and a change in perspective for people’s lives. From two-hour workshops to six-day retreats and expeditions, these techniques will help you conquer the first level of spheres in your life – your mind, body and spirit. As a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, Leah has taught all around Australia and worldwide, including alongside Wim Hof himself in Thailand. She has also taken workshops in Europe and the USA. Leah has taught and trained mental health teachers and sufferers, athletes for optimal performance, doctors and scientists, people with autoimmune conditions, corporate clients, motivational speakers, and those wanting to simply improve their well-being.

Kosciuszko National Park NSW

28 km away

Major Clews Hut Walking Track — Image credit: Photo: Murray Vanderveer

Natural Attractions

Major Clews Hut Walking Track

Diversity’s the name of the game on this fantastic day walk. Lace up your walking shoes, fill up your drink bottle, and set off through a host of ever-changing landscapes on Major Clews Hut walking track. Begin walking on Major Clews Hut walking track, located on Alpine Way, about 16 kilometres south of Khancoban. You’ll travel past alpine ash, wattle blooming in abundant yellow flashes, and montane forests balancing atop craggy ridgelines. Feel the temperature drop as you trek down into the park’s gullies, and soak up the amazing views, both pristine and varied. After hiking eight kilometres in a north-westerly direction, you’ll reach Major Clews Hut on the left – don’t forget to take a good look at this historic alpine hut. It was built in the late 1950s for the eponymous Major, a surveyor for the Snowy Mountain Scheme. Return along the same track (uphill). If you're driving or riding, you can connect with Geehi Walls track for around 27 kilometres, which loops back to meet Alpine Way, 12 kilometres south of your start point.

Khancoban NSW

30 km away

Camping, Indi Bridge Reserve

National Parks and Reserves

Indi Bridge Murray River Reserve

Indi Bridge Reserve is one of the Murray River reserves. Indi Bridge Reserve is a beautiful small reserve, allowing great access to the river for fishing, birdwatching, swimming, camping or for a picnic. Easily accessed off the Upper Murray Road, the reserve has ample shade and offers some great camp sites with frontage to the river. Toilet facilities are available and pets are welcome. Accessible to caravans and campervans.

Towong Upper VIC

30 km away

Scammells Ridge lookout

Natural Attractions

Scammells Ridge lookout

Scammells Ridge lookout is located centrally within Kosciuszko National Park, making it the perfect spot to get your bearings within the largest park in NSW. The 1000m high lookout offers outstanding scenic views over Western Fall wilderness and Main Range, including Mount Abbott, Mount Townsend, and Carruthers Peak. In winter and spring, these summits are snow-capped, creating a spectacular sight. Remember to bring your binoculars if you enjoy birdwatching as there are gang gang cockatoos, crimson rosellas, king parrots and lyrebirds within the mountain gums surrounding the lookout. Keep an eye out around your feet as echidnas will even stroll across the clearing in search of termite mounds on the odd occasion. Scammels lookout is just a short drive south of Khancoban Visitor Centre, along the Alpine Way, and offers picnic tables and toilets.

Geehi NSW

31 km away

Kiandra heritage track

Natural Attractions

Kiandra heritage track

Kiandra Heritage Track is currently closed due to bushfire alerts. Take a beautiful and fascinating walk into the history of Kiandra, home to one of the shortest gold rushes in Australian history. Lasting from November 1859 to March 1861, at its peak in April 1860, up to 8,000 people were staking their hopes on the Kiandra diggings. Within a few years, they had given up and the population of this remote mountain town had stabilised at just 350. The short self-guided walk starts at the former courthouse, in the Kiandra Heritage precinct, and there are plenty of signs along the way to find out more about the history of the area and what life might have been like in this historic town.

Kosciuszko National Park NSW

31 km away

Hume and Hovell Track - Henry Angel Trackhead

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Hume and Hovell Track - Henry Angel Trackhead

Located around nine kilometres from the town of Tumbarumba on Tooma Road, the Henry Angel Trackhead is a popular camping area with quality facilities, including electric and gas barbecues. The picnic and camping area provide a base for short and longer walks along the Hume and Hovell Track, especially walking up and downstream exploring Burra Creek and its significant mining history. Information boards are located at the track head. The entire Hume and Hovell Track stretches 426 kilometres from Yass to Albury and retraces the footsteps of explorers Hamilton Hume and William Hovell on their expedition to Port Phillip in 1824. Walkers should be adequately clothed with sturdy walking boots. Dogs are not permitted on the track, which crosses private land. Maps and more information are available from the Tumbarumba Visitor Information Centre.

Tumbarumba NSW

32 km away

Jim Newman's Lookout

Natural Attractions

Jim Newman Lookout

Located on the Murray River Road, Jim Newman's Lookout is a must see stop along the Great River Road drive. Overlooking the Murray River valley towards Welaregang and Ournie, Jim Newman's Lookout features breathtaking views, shaded picnic tables and a large scale metal art installation of a Bogong Moth. Stand under the Bogong moth's wings and watch the natural sunlight filter through the moth cutouts in its wings or face toward the Murray River Valley and take stunning photos of the river flats and surrounding mountains.

Tintaldra VIC

34 km away

Olsens lookout

Natural Attractions

Olsens lookout

Head to Olsens lookout in Kosciuszko National Park for a unique, uninterrupted view of the western fall of Main Range. Here, the majestic tall mountain ash forest retreats to give way to jagged rock above the alpine tree line. The lookout is nestled in a tranquil bush setting, complete with picnic tables so you can sit and enjoy a bite surrounded by these spectacular views. While you’re there, see if you can pick the call of one of the best mimics of all birds, the superb lyrebird. These birds are active during the day, and their tell-tale scratchings often cover the path with bush litter.

Geehi NSW

35 km away

Illawong Walk — Image credit: Photo: Murray van der Veer

Natural Attractions

Illawong Walk

Illawong walk is a gorgeous five kilometre return walk through Kosciuszko National Park. It begins in the charming Guthega Village and follows along Snowy River Valley through alpine heath and towering, majestic snow gums, all the way up to Illawong Hut, one of the oldest buildings still standing in the park. Walk or swim in the cooling waters of Snowy River when the weather is hot, or picnic among the wildflowers of alpine mint, billy buttons, and native yam daisies, just to name a few. If you’re a keen birdwatcher be sure to pack your bincoculars. As well as the native birds you’re likely to spot here, including crimson rosellas and gang gang cockatoos, you’re also likely to see interesting native wildlife, including mountain and Kosciuszko thermocolour grasshoppers, wombats, and echidnas.

Kosciuszko National Park NSW

36 km away

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