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.
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...
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 ...
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). ...
left is the Glenroy Heritage Reserve, with its Cottage Craft Shop
and the Pioneer Women's Hut Museum (Open Wednesday,
weekends & public holidays). ...
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 ...
Picnic spot: The reserve behind the Bridge Hotel, right
beside the Murray ...
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...
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.
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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...
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,...
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.