Tumut
Exceptional natural beauty and heritage are the defining characteristics of the Tumut region. The Kosciuszko National Park and Bago State Forests cradle the quaint country townships of Talbingo and Batlow, allowing easy access to majestic wilderness, caves, mountain streams and waterfalls.
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The hills around the Adelong township and the streetscape hint at the town’s rich goldmining history. Adelong is renowned for its significant ruins of the Reefer Battery on the Adelong Creek easily viewed from the viewing platform.
The rich volcanic soils of the Batlow area has produced quality fruit, mainly apples, for over a hundred and fifty years. During the summer and autumn seasons, roadside stalls dot the country roads loaded with fresh produce.
Nestled in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains is Talbingo, home of famous author Miles Franklin. The township lies on the foreshores of the Jounama Dam and is a tranquil setting at any time of year. The township is ideally located close to Selwyn Ski fields for winter fun and Blowering and Talbingo Dams for summer watersports.
Talbingo is historically significant for the role the town played in the development of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, and lies downstream of the Tumut 3 power station.
The picturesque township of Tumut is punctuated by very old plantings of poplar, elm and willow trees which put on a magical display in Autumn and blankets the township in green during Spring and Summer. The Tumut river winds its way through town, providing many opportunities for canoeing and fishing.
Lake Blowering is a popular venue for campers, fishing and watersport enthusiasts and is a family friendly environment for an outdoors adventure.
Rich in indigenous heritage, areas of significance such as the Riverglade Wetlands provide fantastic opportunities to discover more about the Wiradjuri people and their culture.
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Adelong Falls & Gold Ruins
Explore Adelong’s remarkable stone ruins of the Reefer Battery and pan for gold in the Adelong Creek. View the extensive collections and handcrafted models of the Reefer Battery at the Adelong Alive museum.
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Indigenous Discovery Tours
Hosted by National Parks & Wildlife Service, experience a variety of different guided tours exploring the indigenous heritage of the Tumut Valley.
Discover the secrets, explore the past and taste the treats of the bush.
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Fishing
An inland fishing mecca, the Tumut region offers the fishing novice or experienced enthusiast a variety of mountain creeks and streams, rivers, and lake fishing opportunities.
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Buddong Falls
A short trip from Batlow, the magnificent Buddong Falls comprises two distinct waterfalls. An easy walk accesses the top-most fall, and a much longer, steeper walk to access the bottom set of falls. T...
Yarrangobilly Caves
A magnificent collection of limestone caves on the Yarrangobilly River feature both self guided and guided tours. Set amidst the splendour of the Kosciusko National Park, the Yarrangobilly Caves complex features a natural thermal pool with wate...
Batlow Apples
Experience firsthand the joy of farm fresh apples. Home of the famous Batlow apples, the roadside is littered with farm gate stalls loaded with fresh produce. Cherries are available during December and luscious stonefruits during the summer mon...
Kosciuszko National Park
A haven for bushwalkers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts, the Kosciuszko National Park features expansive bushland, lakes, caves, tracks and trails. With things to do all year long, including access to family friendly ski resorts for a winter e...
Tumut's Festival of the Falling Leaf
A celebration of the changing seasons and spectacular Autumn colours, this family friendly festival includes music, kids entertainment, street parade and a fireworks display.
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Adelong Antique Fair
Hunt for your own treasures through the numerous antique and collectible stalls and the antique auction in the main street of historic Adelong.
Food, bric a brac and lovely reminders of the past combine for a wonderful day.
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Batlow Apple Blossom Festival
An idyllic country festival set amidst acres of blooming apple trees. A spring time celebration in the town most famous for apples, with free entertainment, music, art and craft exhibitions, workshops and much more.
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Jounama Fishing Classic
Fishing enthusiasts from far and wide compete in a boat only fishing competition on the exclusive Jounama Dam in Talbingo.
First weekend in October.
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