Drives

Drives

This region has some of the best scenic drives in the country. Jump in the car and not only enjoy journeys along the Snowy Valleys Way and Alpine Way, visit fascinating destinations like Khancoban, Jingellic and Rosewood to name a few.

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Tumbarumba - Paddy's River Falls - Southern Cloud lookout - Tooma

This is a drive of around one hour return. Head south on the Tooma Road for around 16 kms when you will see the sign for Paddy's River Falls. The road into the falls -2kms - is sealed. From here it is 18 kms to the historic village of Too...

Tumbarumba via Elliott Way - Khancoban

One of the best day trips is the route through the mountains from Tumbarumba to Khancoban via Cabramurra. The views are impressive and you will get a very good look at the Snowy Mountains Scheme. From Tumbarumba take the Tooma Road south ...

Tumbarumba - Rosewood

This drive takes you past several vineyards. About 7 kms on your
left is the Glenroy Heritage Reserve, with its Cottage Craft Shop
and the Pioneer Women's Hut Museum (Open Wednesday,
weekends & public holidays). ...

Tumbarumba - Jingellic

Allow at least 2 hours for this drive as you will want to visit the the historic Bridge Hotel at Jingellic on the bank of the mighty Murray River.

Picnic spot: The reserve behind the Bridge Hotel, right
beside the Murray ...

Tumbarumba - Laurel Hill

A short drive of around 20 minutes takes you to Laurel Hill. The mill at Laurel Hill processed hardwood for many years; the timber for boat oars and sulky shafts was produced here Laurel Hill boasts a general store, the Asgard Nursery which specia...

Khancoban

The road from Cabramurra to Khancoban takes you across the dam walls of Tumut Pond and Tooma Reservoir. (This road is closed in winter). Khancoban provides good views of the pipelines that deliver water to Murray 1 and 2 power stations. ...

The Alpine Way

The scenic Alpine Way is an important link between NSW and Victoria. This route from Khancoban offers spectacular views of the western face of the main range of the Snowy Mountains. Along it you will find Murray 1 Power Station Visitors C...

Snowy Valleys Way

This touring route which provides an experiential and scenic alternative to the Hume Highway is a five shire project. A range of thematic experiences stretch from north to south, from Gundagai through the foothills of the Snowy Mountains at Tumut,...

Four Wheel Driving

Forests NSW maintains an extensive network of roads and fire trails throughout its forests. The Bago and Maragle forests provide a variety of exploration opportunities. However, your vehicle must be registered, and the driver must be licensed.