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Experience some of the many places and activities on offer in the Lithgow region!! . |
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Archvale Trout Farm Located under the grandeur of old sandstone arches, Archvale is a working Trout Farm, where you are guaranteed a catch. Archvale Trout Farm specialise in fresh and smoked trout and Sashimi. BBQ and kiosk facilities are available onsite. Hughes Lane, Marrangaroo P: (02) 6352 1341 |
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Delta Energy Expo The Delta Energy Expo at the Mt Piper Power Station features hands-on interactive display acquainting visitors with the Power of Power. Daily tours of the Station depart at 11.00am and educate on safe, efficient, environmentally clean energy production. BBQ and picnic facilities are also available onsite. W: www.de.com.au |
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Glow Worm Tunnel Located within the World Heritage listed Wollemi National Park, the Glow Worm Tunnel area offers magnificent views of pagoda rock formations, extensive flora and a wide array of native wildlife including glow worms, kangaroos and wallabies. The walk into the tunnel follows a disused railway line, which once descended into the Newnes Valley, and was used to transport oil shale. The highlight of a trip to the tunnel is the thousands of Glow Worms visible in the darkness of the tunnel. A torch is required for the tunnel, however, do not shine the light on the glow worms as they are sensitive to light and also to noise.
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Hassans Walls Lookout Hassans Walls, the highest scenic lookout (1130m) in the Blue Mountains, provides magnificent views of the Hartley Valley and Blue Mountains escarpment, as well as views of Lithgow. Walk or ride around the Lookout. Hassans Walls Road, Lithgow. |
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Guided tours of the nine richly decorated show caves are available every day of the year. Tour departs on a regular basis throughout the day. During the daylight saving period a special twilight tour operates at 5.30pm. Special tours are available for pre-booked groups. An exhilarating option is an Adventure Tour providing the excitement of climbing and crawling through undeveloped wild caves under expert guidance. Specialised equipment is provided and bookings are essential. Jenolan has as much to offer above ground. Walking tracks throughout the 2416 ha wildlife reserve offer mountain lookouts, natural archways, rivers, waterfalls and a vast array of flora and fauna. Above ground guided tours available. |
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Lake Lyell, Lake Wallace and Thompsons Creek Dam Lake Lyell is a picturesque recreational lake for camping, swimming and fishing. The Recreation Area boasts a range of amenities including BBQ's, picnic and shower facilities and a children’s playground. |
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Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens Visit Australia's Coolest Garden – Mount Tomah Botanic Garden. Located 1,000 metres above sea level, this magnificent cool climate collection for the Sydney Botanic Gardens Trust has over 40,000 plants and 5,000 different species. Enjoy magnificent views of the northern Blue Mountains that stretch from the Hunter Valley back to Sydney while you explore the 28 hectares of cultivated garden. Discover fascinating themed displays such as the Gondwana Walk with the famous Wollemi Pine, the Rock Garden where plants are grouped by continent of origin, the Plant Explorers Walk, the Rainforest Walk and the stunning Formal Garden. Visit the Garden Shop for a botanically inspired memento or gift. Dine in the Garden Restaurant with its breathtaking views that serves excellent modern Australian cuisine. An ideal setting for a picnic or BBQ lunch. Just 30 minutes from Lithgow on Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah Botanic Garden is the perfect place to break your trip back to Sydney. Opening hours: 10 am – 4 pm (5pm in daylight saving) Enquiries: (02) 4567 2154 Restaurant: (02) 4567 2060 W: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au
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Pearson's Lookout With views to the magnificent Pantoney's Crown and the surrounding Capertee Valley. This valley is the worlds second largest and features more birds per square kilometre than anywhere else in the Southern Hemisphere. Castlereigh Highway, Capertee |
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Zig Zag Railway The Great Zig Zag Railway, the original rail line into the Lithgow Valley, was opened in 1869. The line was hailed as an engineering masterpiece of the 19th century. Steam trains run on the weekends, public holidays and school holidays. On other days, the train ride is on a vintage rail motor. The trip includes stops at scenic lookouts. Open daily. Trains depart Clarence Station daily at 11.00am, 1.00pm & 3.00pm. Chifley Road, Clarence W: www.zigzagrailway.com.au/ |
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Lithgow City Council Supporting tourism in the Lithgow region |
