Explore the Heart of NSW with a Lachlan Valley Way Adventure!
Welcome to the enchanting Lachlan Valley Way, where the beauty of New South Wales unfolds in a captivating journey through picturesque landscapes, historic towns, and a colourful tapestry of rural life. Immerse yourself in the charm of this region, where the Lachlan River meanders through fertile land, creating an inviting path for travellers seeking a unique Australian experience.
Embark on an amazing journey from Yass through to Condoblin and onto Lake Cargelligo in the Lachlan Valley and
discover the hidden gems of central New South Wales. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes, vibrant towns,
and cultural experiences that make this a true adventure for explorers at heart and help support the towns still
trying to get back on their feet from the floods, fires and shutdowns.
Towns on the Lachlan Valley Way include: Yass, Bowning, Boorowa, Koorawatha, Cowra, Canowindra, Gooloogong, Grenfell, Eugowra, Forbes, Parkes, Condoblin, Lake Cargelligo and other smaller towns.
The Lachlan River is the 4th longest river in Australia and ends before it gets to the sea. Starting about the small village of Bowning and terminating in the swamp just below Oxley. The Lachlan Valley Way commences at the intersection with Cobb Highway in Booligal and heads in a north-easterly direction for about 76 km (47 mi) to Hillston. It then follows the Kidman Way (B87) to the east and north-east for about 35 km (22 mi) before turning off to the east and proceeding a further 57 km (35 mi)
to Lake Cargelligo. From there it continues to the north and east through Euabalong to Condobolin.
This 93 km (58 mi) section of road has three named parts, from west to east. They are Lake Cargelligo-Euabalong Road, Lachlan Valley Way, and Condobolin-Lake Cargelligo Road. From Condobolin the Lachlan Valley Way turns south-east towards Forbes, a further 98 km (61 mi). From Forbes it continues south-east through Gooloogong to Cowra, a further 90 km (56 mi).
It then turns south through Boorowa, to end after another 119 km (74 mi) at the Hume Highway north-west of Yass .”
A few things to catch along the way"
Yass: Yass Valley Information Centre - Yass Railway Museum - Cooma Cottage (Yass Historical House)
Boorowa: Boorowa Ex-Services Club - Boorowa Hotel - Boorowa Historical Museum
Bowning: Bowning Hotel - Bowning Railway Station - St. James Anglican Church
Forbes: Forbes Historical Museum - Forbes Observatory - Gum Swamp & Bird Hide - Forbes Golf Club - Sculptures along the Lachlan
Cowra: Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre - Cowra Prisoner of War Camp - Cowra Observatory - Lachlan Valley Cycle Trails -
Local Wineries and Breweries, Restaurants, Clubs, Pubs - Golf Club
Eugowra: The Eugowra Showground - The Fat Parcel (Café) - Eugowra Historical Museum - Eugowra Mural Art Walk
Gooloogong: Gooloogong Log Cabin - Gooloogong Hotel
Grenfell: Grenfell Historical Museum - Art Gallery - Jan Parlett's Christmas House - Weddin Mountains National Park - Ben Hall's Cave
Parkes: Parkes Observatory (The Dish) - Henry Parkes Centre - Parkes Elvis Festival
Canowindra: - Canowindra Historical Museum - Montrose House - Age of Fishes Museum - Dave Isbester's Art Gallery - Rosnay Organic
and Wallington Wineries, Darren Green's Cartoon Gallery, Melissa Barbers Gallery Cafe, Cobwebs & Curios, Blind Freddys Bushranger Tours, Balloon Joy Flights, Perennialle Nursery, Canowindra Golf, Sports & Bowls clubs, Penning and Showgrounds, Agriculture, Produce
Greenethorpe: Greenethorpe War Memorial Park - Shamrock Hotel - Ilandra Castle
Koorawatha: Koorawatha Hotel - Koorawatha Showground
Condoblin: Condoblin Golf Club - Condoblin Observatory - Condoblin Showground
Lake Cargelligo: Water Jet skiing or wake boarding; sailing and kayaking; or simply taking a dip in the cool calm water, fishing
(Cod, Yellow Belly, Silver Perch and Redfin) The town hosts an Annual Fishing Comp in October.
Bird Watching at Bird Sanctuary, 2 Bird Hides, close to Round Hill and Nombinne Nature Reserves
Lake Cargelligo Tourist Information Centre.
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