Orange

Cotton harvesting, John Krutop / Explore Australia Publishing

Population 35338

Before European occupation this area was home to the Wiradjuri people, who thrived on the plentiful bush tucker resulting from the fertile volcanic soil and the abundant kangaroos and wallabies. The town was named by explorer Sir Thomas Mitchell after the Dutch Prince of Orange – they had fought together in a war in Spain. Today the prosperous 'colour city' on the slopes of Mount Canobolas enjoys a reputation for excellent food, wine, parks and gardens. It is also known for its goldmining history and as the birthplace of renowned Australian poet A. B. (Banjo) Paterson.

Visitor Information

Cnr Byng and Peisley sts; (02) 6393 8226 or 1800 069 466

www.orange.nsw.gov.au

Nearby national parks

  • Wollemi National Park

    Wollemi National Park, the second largest national park in the state and its largest wilderness area, is a primeval landscape of precipitous...more

  • Kanangra–Boyd National Park

    Kanangra–Boyd National Park’s majestic landscape of wild rivers and waterfalls, mountainous terrain and deep gorges is rimmed...more

  • Blue Mountains National Park

    Blue Mountains National Park presents an astounding and unique landscape to its millions of visitors. The terrain ripples and folds, a world...more

Nearby towns

  • Blayney

    Blayney is a farming town in the central tablelands. National Trust–classified buildings and avenues of deciduous trees add a touch of...more

  • Bathurst

    Bathurst, on the western side of the Great Dividing Range, is Australia's oldest inland city. Originally occupied by the Wiradjuri people,...more

  • Canowindra

    Canowindra, meaning 'home' in the Wiradjuri language, is in the Lachlan Valley with sandstone mountains to the west and the old volcano,...more

In Town

Civic Square This is Orange's cultural hub and also the first stop for visitors, with the visitor centre (incorporating a wine-tasting facility), the City Library, the Civic Theatre and a monument to Banjo Paterson. The Orange Regional Gallery (open Tues–Sun) is one of the busiest in the country. It has touring exhibitions as well as permanent collections that focus on jewellery, ceramics and clothing. Cnr Byng and Peisley sts.Cook Park: colourful in any season with a begonia house (flowers Feb–May), duck pond, fernery, native bird aviary, Cook Park Guildry (for arts and crafts) and a picnic area; Summer St. Botanic Gardens: 17 ha parklands with an impressive exotic and native plant collection and a signposted walk through billabongs, rose gardens, orchards and woodlands; Kearneys Dr. Banjo Paterson Memorial Park: remains of Narambla Homestead, Paterson's birthplace, and a memorial obelisk; Ophir Rd. Self-guide historical walk: 90 min stroll past historic homes and buildings; brochure from visitor centre.

Nearby

Ophir goldfields This was the site of the first discovery of payable gold in Australia (1851). The 1850s saw an influx of immigrants from Britain, Germany and China, all hoping to strike it rich. Features today include a fossicking centre, picnic area, walking trails to historic tunnels and tours of a working goldmine. There is still plenty of gold to be found in the area; the gold medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games were made of Ophir gold. Brochure from visitor centre; 27 km N.

Orange wine region Orange is a cool-climate area with snow common in winter, thanks to its high altitude above 600 metres. The result is elegant chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon and shiraz. Philip Shaw, CEO of Cumulus Wines also believes (and is trying to prove) that Orange has the potential to produce Australia’s best merlot. Look out for the beautiful chardonnay by Canobolas-Smith. Cargo Road Winery produces zinfandel, and Mayfield Vineyard has a restaurant set in an old schoolhouse overlooking the vines. Belgravia at Union Bank is the cellar door for Belgravia Vineyards, also featuring a tapas and wine bar.

Campbell's Corner: cool-climate gardens and popular picnic spot; Pinnacle Rd; 8 km S. Lake Canobolas Reserve: recreation area with trout fishing in the lake, diving pontoons, children's playground and picnic and barbecue facilities; 9 km SW. Lucknow: old goldmining town and site of Australia's second gold discovery, now with historic bluestone buildings and craft shops; 10 km SE. Mt Canobolas Park: 1500 ha bird and animal sanctuary; 14 km SW. Borenore Caves: undeveloped caves with evidence of fossils. Outside are walking trails, and picnic and barbecue facilities. Torch required if entering the caves; brochure from visitor centre; 22 km W. Cadia Mines: largest goldmine and coppermine in NSW; check with visitor centre for open days; 25 km SE. Mitchell's Monument: site of Sir Thomas Mitchell's base camp; 33 km W. Molong: charming rural town with Yarn Market, Craft Cottage and Coach House Gallery; 35 km NW. Grave of Yuranigh, Mitchell's Aboriginal guide, lies 2 km E of Molong. 

Fishing spots near town

Lithgow to Mudgee 92 km

Early settlers following in the footsteps of Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson took three weeks of hard trudging to cross the majestic Blue Mountains. These days the drive from the Penrith plains in western Sydney takes... Find out more


Hawkesbury-Nepean River 203 km

The Hawkesbury River is regarded as one of the most consistent waters for big mulloway, or jewfish as they are called. It was with mulloway in mind that I went to the river to fish with Colin Tannahill. The river flows... Find out more


Port Hacking 206 km

In my youth, bream was a species anglers sought to put food on the table. It was a ‘kill it and fillet’ favourite. Both yellowfin and black bream fought well, but the sedentary nature of bait fishing –... Find out more


Botany Bay 210 km

Recently I fished a hot-water outlet alongside the Kurnell refinery pier in Botany Bay, a few hundred metres from a monument dedicated to Captain James Cook’s landing in Australia in April 1770. A year before,... Find out more


Eco-friendly activities around town

Wine-tasting - Mudgee 88 km

Mudgee is probably best known for its vineyards and wine, and there are a growing number of organic wineries, including Botobolar, Lowe Family Wines, Martins Hill and Thistle Hill. Broombee also has organic fruit and... Find out more


Ice-climbing 122 km

In winter, the frozen cliffs around Blue Lake provide one of the only places in Australia to learn and perfect the art of ice-climbing. Multi-day courses involve a hike in with heavy packs, and camping out in the... Find out more


Picnicking around Dubbo 124 km

Throw a rug down in the 167-hectare Burrendong Botanic Gardens and Arboretum near Wellington, and take in the fragrance of an estimated 2500 native plant species.... Find out more


Picnicking in the Blue Mountains 126 km

Take a picnic up to the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden in Mount Tomah at any time of year and you will not be disappointed. At 1000 metres above sea level, it is usually cool in summer, brimming with flowers in spring,... Find out more


The Great North Walk 192 km

Although it links two of Australia’s most populated cities, Sydney and Newcastle, and passes through some beautiful bushland, the Great North Walk does not get the foot traffic you might expect. A 250-kilometre,... Find out more


Bushwalking in and around Sydney 199 km

Surprisingly, Sydney does offer some superb bushwalking through secluded bushland. Aboriginal engraving and art sites are quite common, and many are not publicised, simply leaving you to discover them, appreciate them,... Find out more


Kayaking in Sydney 208 km

Surprisingly, this activity has only taken off in Sydney in the past few years. With a city centred on such great waterways, there is plenty to explore, whether just for an hour or two, or a whole week. Sydney Harbour... Find out more


Taronga Zoo 208 km

One of the world’s best zoos, Taronga is involved in a wide variety of threatened species recovery operations, wildlife rehabilitation and animal research work. As well as having a great day by Sydney Harbour,... Find out more


Birdwatching trip by boat 209 km

Being out on a heaving sea all day with a flock of keen birdwatchers could be some people’s worst nightmare, but any nature lover should enjoy the experience – at least once anyway. There is the chance to... Find out more


Picnicking around Canberra 221 km

There are many great places to unpack a picnic in the Australian Capital Territory, from the copious native areas in the Australian National Botanic Gardens, to the bird mecca of Jerrabomberra Wetlands on the Molonglo... Find out more


Golf courses around town

Twin Creeks Golf & Country Club 166 km

As a globetrotting professional golfer of the 1970s and ’80s, Graham Marsh won more than 60 titles across five continents. The key to his success was his approach to the game. Every shot was thoughtfully... Find out more


Castle Hill Country Club 180 km

Back in 1821, Irishman George Acres received a land grant and is understood to have planted Australia’s first citrus trees. He planted them on the land where the fairways of Castle Hill Country Club now weave... Find out more


Macquarie Links International Golf Club 182 km

Shanghai, Guam, Bali, Sabah, Bangkok, Singapore, Alaska, Hawaii; American course designer Robin Nelson has spent much of the past 30 years travelling from one exotic destination to another, putting his next project in... Find out more


Avondale GOLF CLUB 196 km

When 19th-hole conversation turns to discussing the best places to play golf in Sydney, one course often slips under the radar. Avondale Golf Club quite rightly ranks among the harbour city’s finest courses. Yet... Find out more


Concord Golf Club 196 km

From the very first days that golf was played in New South Wales, the name Concord has been part of the landscape. Established in 1899, golf began on the current site – on a layout designed by Dan Soutar, who... Find out more


Pymble Golf Club 197 km

Pymble Golf Club has a rich history of nurturing some of the finest ball-strikers Australia has seen. The great Kel Nagle was the club’s resident professional for five years, and it was on the Pymble practice... Find out more


Terrey Hills Golf & Country Club 199 km

A golf course, by its very nature, is a living and constantly changing thing. A fine example of the way a course can grow and the effect this can have on its original design lies at Terrey Hills, about 40 minutes... Find out more


Monash Country Club 206 km

The first few years after World War II were boom years for golf course construction in Sydney, particularly north of the harbour. The founding members of Monash Country Club – which is today located high in the... Find out more


The Australian Golf Club 208 km

With a rich history dating back to the first days of organised golf in Australia, The Australian is the country’s oldest formal golf club. It was established in 1882 but didn’t find a permanent home at... Find out more


The Lakes Golf Club 209 km

The Lakes is one of Sydney’s iconic golf courses, a regular venue for big championships – including the Australian Open – during its 82-year history. Yet since the late 1960s, when the course was... Find out more


Cafes & restaurants around town

Lolli Redini

Located in a bluestone cottage, Lolli Redini is a stylish restaurant that has appeared in many of Australia’s premier lifestyle magazines. The interior is stunning, featuring a mural of Rome’s Pantheon. The... Find out more


Bistro Ceello

Located in a gorgeous old cottage, Selkirks serves contemporary cuisine in a relaxed setting, but with elegant white tablecloths and attentive waiters. The menu highlights the best of the region’s produce and... Find out more


Tonic Resaurant

In the historic town of Millthorpe, Tonic showcases modern country life at its best. Effervescent chef Tony Worland, a student of Sydney chef Matt Moran, is fast gaining a loyal following, and the restaurant sparkles... Find out more


Nearby eco-friendly places to eat

Green Gourmet 205 km

These totally vegan restaurants have fascinating dishes including mock fish, made from taro, mushroom steaks and desserts such as green tea moon cake.... Find out more


Billy Kwong 207 km

This up-market restaurant in Surry Hills claims to have been the first restaurant in New South Wales that chose to become carbon neutral. Owned and run by passionate advocate of sustainability and ethical eating Kylie... Find out more


Nearby breweries

Tooheys Brewery 191 km

Tooheys remains the last of Sydney’s long-running mainstream breweries still currently operating. Founders James and John Toohey were cattle farmers before they entered the beer game, buying the Darling Brewery (it... Find out more


Paddy's Brewery 194 km

There may be more unlikely venues for a craft brewery but, offhand, I can’t think of one. The Markets Hotel is a 24-hour pub opposite Sydney’s Flemington fresh produce market, where you’re more likely... Find out more


Malt Shovel Brewery 204 km

US-born Dr Charles ‘Chuck’ Hahn has enjoyed two separate craft-beer careers over two decades, operating out of the same Camperdown brewery. In the late ’80s he opened it as the independent Hahn Brewery,... Find out more


St Peters Brewery 205 km

Matt Donelan is someone who marches to a different drum from most other craftbrewers. He doesn’t have a website or own a mobile phone and doesn’t believe in cardboard packaging. He matches his keg prices... Find out more


Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel 205 km

Sydney’s longest-running brew-pub is many things rolled into one fine watering hole – an institution for ale lovers, a tourist magnet and a haven for homesick Poms. The historic sandstone pub is as comfy as a... Find out more


Redoak Brewery 206 km

Redoak burst onto the craft-beer scene by winning a swag of medals at the 2004 Australian International Beer Awards before they had sold even a single drop. And they have continued to collect an impressive array of... Find out more


Schwartz Brewery 207 km

Tucked away in the basement of the heritage-listed Macquarie Hotel in Surry Hills, this 8-hectolitre microbrewery is the hub of a burgeoning craft-beer empire run by owner Dr Jerry Schwartz. Apart from supplying the pub,... Find out more


Five Islands Brewing Company 208 km

Started by local Illawarra rugby league legend Michael Bolt in 2001, the Five Islands Brewing Company has travelled a markedly different course to most other craft-beer enterprises. FIBC began life as a beachside bar and... Find out more


Campsites around town

Canobolas Caravan Park 2 km

This is a friendly and well-appointed caravan park on Bathurst Rd in Orange. There are shaded powered and unpowered tent sites as well as self-contained deluxe and standard cabins. Nearby attractions include wine-tasting... Find out more


Federal Falls camping area 13 km

The road in to Federal Falls camping area isn’t suitable for caravans or camper trailers, although 2WD vehicles are permitted. To get here, follow Pinnacle Rd from Orange and turn onto Towac Way. There are a number... Find out more


The Junction picnic and camping area 18 km

This picnic and camping area is located in Ophir Recreation Area, which happens to be the site of Australia’s first significant gold discovery. You can still see traces of the mine workings; in fact, you can relive... Find out more


Canobolas Forest Park 23 km

This is a peaceful picnicking and camping area surrounded by a 60-year-old pine forest. There are picnic tables, walking tracks, and trout in the creek nearby. It’s 20 km south of Orange via Cadia Rd then Four Mile... Find out more


Heritage Grove camping area 25 km

Heritage Grove is one of 4 main areas in Macquarie Woods that have been established by Forests NSW to demonstrate sustainable forestry. This camping area can be accessed via Cashens La, off the Mitchell Hwy 29 km west of... Find out more


Bakers Shaft Reserve 34 km

This camping area is around 20 km west of the historic town of Carcoar. Follow the Mid-Western Hwy through Mandurama, and about 10 km north you’ll come across Burnt Yards; take Bakes Rd then Junction Park Rd. This... Find out more


Randwick Hole Reserve camping area 34 km

Randwick Hole Reserve is 15.2 km south of Hill End and 500 m south of Grimleys Hotel Reserve.... Find out more


Johnsons Hole Reserve camping area 34 km

The Johnsons Hole Reserve camping area is 18.1 km south of Hill End and 3.4 km south of Grimley’s Hotel Reserve.... Find out more


Grimleys Hotel Reserve camping area 35 km

This camping area is 14.7 km south of Hill End and 4.7 km south of Mary Flynn Reserve. ... Find out more


Black Gate Reserve camping area 35 km

Black Gate Reserve is 45 km north of Bathurst and 4 km north of Bruinbun Reserve. Note: this is as far as you'll get your trailer or caravan if you're coming from Bathurst.... Find out more


Caravan parks around town

Colour City Caravan Park 1 km

This is a council park with good basic facilities in a quiet, off-highway position, about 2 km north of the city centre, adjoining the showgrounds. It is good value at a budget price. Bookings are recommended all year... Find out more


BIG4 Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park 51 km

This is a quality park on the Great Western Highway, 5 km east of the centre of Bathurst, and offers a range of accommodation and great facilities including games and entertainment rooms. Bookings are required at peak... Find out more


Wellington Caves Holiday Complex 75 km

Relax and let a few days slip by at this spacious park, located 6 km south of the town centre alongside the Wellington Caves, a popular tourist attraction. It is a quality park and makes an ideal stopover. Bookings are... Find out more


Wellington Valley Caravan Park 81 km

On the Mitchell Highway on the eastern approach to Wellington this older park has been renovated and transformed. The convenient drive-through sites and grassy camping areas are a feature.... Find out more


Wellington Riverside Tourist Park 83 km

This is a well-maintained park on the banks of the Macquarie River, close to the highway and just a short walk to the centre of town. The park has good facilities at a budget price. Bookings are required at peak times... Find out more


Spicer Caravan Park 87 km

This is a budget-priced, council-owned park with good basic facilities, about 2 km from the town centre. It is in a quiet spot, off the main highway, about 16 km from the Parkes satellite dish. Bookings are required in... Find out more


Apex Riverside Tourist Park 102 km

The park is about 3 km from the town centre on a picturesque bend of the Lachlan River, which some sites overlook. It is managed on behalf of Apex and is of good quality.... Find out more


BIG4 Forbes Holiday Park 102 km

This is a very neat owner-operated park, about 2 km from the centre of town on Cowra Road. The park caters predominantly for tourists and has good amenities and most facilities. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more


Forbes River Meadows Caravan Park 104 km

Located about 2 km south of Forbes along the highway, this owner-operated park is a convenient and ideal overnight stop. It has shady trees, large expanses of lawn and spotless amenities. We stay here when passing by.... Find out more


Peak Hill Caravan Park 105 km

This owner-operated park offers a range of accommodation and is ideal for an overnight stay. It is a small, budget-priced park, located off the main highway and just a short walk from the town centre. The owners supply... Find out more


Hotels, motels & B&Bs around town

Arancia B&B

Surrounded by orchards, scenic countryside and tranquil gardens, with panoramic views of Mount Canobolas and Lake Canobolas, this luxury retreat is a truly magical escape for couples. Ensuite rooms have king-sized beds,... Find out more


Cloudgap B&B

A romantic retreat for couples, Cloudgap is surrounded by hectares of gardens just outside Orange. There are three king-sized guest rooms, each with spa ensuite and a private balcony overlooking the rambling garden of... Find out more


de Russie Suites

Located in the heart of Orange, this is a boutique, self-contained apartment hotel offering deluxe suites with all the contemporary comforts. There is an indoor plunge pool, complimentary breakfast basket on the first... Find out more


Eco-friendly places to stay around town

Clonturkle Sanctuary 71 km

Join the experiment in sustainable living and tourism at Clonturkle Earth Hamlet and Forest Sanctuary. Located at Yetholme, there are four cabins set on 240 hectares of mostly eucalypt forest, with 15 kilometres of... Find out more


Jenolan Cabins 103 km

These basic but cosy self-contained cabins, 6 kilometres up the steep hill past Jenolan Caves, are earth-sheltered for climate control and have composting toilets and rainwater. There are great views over the mountains,... Find out more


Dargan Springs Mountain Lodge, Clarence 108 km

At the soft end of ecotourism, this pleasant lodge and wellness retreat has advanced eco-certification. It is surrounded by a mountain ash forest dotted with waratahs, the habitat of wombats and wallabies. With a maximum... Find out more


Woolshed Cabins, near Blackheath 115 km

Eleven kilometres from Blackheath and surrounded by a glorious natural amphitheatre of towering sandstone walls, the Woolshed Cabins sit on 100 hectares of cleared farmland (a working cattle farm) in the Kanimbla Valley,... Find out more


Kanimbla View, Blackheath 116 km

Solar-powered, the two- and three-bedroom cottages here are surprisingly large inside. They are partially constructed from recycled and salvaged timbers, have composting toilets and a great view of the Kanimbla Valley... Find out more


Jemby-Rinjah Eco Lodge, Blackheath 120 km

One of the first working examples of large-scale sustainable tourism to exist in Australia, Jemby-Rinjah has advanced eco-accreditation, and one of the most extensive systems of composting toilets in the country. Ten... Find out more


Old Leura Dairy 123 km

This creative collection of six buildings, which can sleep up to 30 people in various combinations, has been renovated and fitted out with all manner of recycled bits and bobs. There are old oven doors, rusted corrugated... Find out more


Wollemi Wilderness Retreat, Bilpin 128 km

These unusual self-contained cabins of various sizes feature passive solar design and are mainly constructed from recycled and salvaged materials. Although not high-class, they all have a spa and are in isolated bush... Find out more


Bunjaree Cottages, Wentworth Falls 129 km

Great for families, Bunjaree Cottages have been designed to make a small environmental footprint, with full solar power and earth-brick insulation. One is built with recycled car tyres and mud, providing even better... Find out more


Somewhere Unique, Wollombi 196 km

The two stand-alone, couples-only cottages here are stylish, contemporary and have passive solar design. They are eco-accredited, on an 8-hectare bushland reserve, and use only renewable energy and Greenfleet vehicles.... Find out more


Rest areas around town

Gamboola Rest Area 16 km

17 km NW of Orange (L) or 17 km SE of Molong (R) Small area just off the highway. Reasonable shade. GPS: S33 09.44 E149 00.36... Find out more


Macquarie Wood Camp Area 24 km

T/O 28 km W of Bathurst (R) or 28 km E of Orange (L) Large open grassed area located 2 kilometres north of the highway among some large trees. Good facilities and shade. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S33 24.34... Find out more


Kingsley Fairborough Park Area 25 km

30 km NW of Orange (R) or 4 km SE of Molong (L) Small grassed area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S33 07.26 E148 54.31  ... Find out more


Molong Park Area 29 km

South side of town Small area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 05.966 E148 52.297... Find out more


The Rocks Rest Area 31 km

20 km W of Bathurst (R) or 36 km E of Orange (L) Small area adjacent to the highway. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S33 25.56 E149 22.48  ... Find out more


Blayney Park Area 32 km

West side of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 32.263 E149 15.254... Find out more


Fullers Lane Rest Area 35 km

60 km NE of Cowra (R) or 49 km SW of Bathurst (L) Small area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S33 35.890 E149 09.927 ... Find out more


Carcoar Dam Camp Area 37 km

T/O 62 km NE of Cowra (R) or 47 km SW of Bathurst (L) Large camp area located 2 kilometres south of the highway on the shores of the dam. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S33 36.717 E149 10.864 ... Find out more


Bell River Rest Area 46 km

23 km N of Molong (R) or 42 km S of Wellington (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 54.712 E148 53.429  ... Find out more


Two Mile Creek Rest Area 53 km

32 km N of Molong (L) or 33 km S of Wellington (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 50.029 E148 54.404... Find out more


Ramage Park Rest Area 71 km

5 km NE of Cowra (R) or 104 km SW of Bathurst (L) Small area just off the highway. GPS: S33 49.787 E148 42.614   ... Find out more


Cowra Park Area 73 km

Middle of town Large parking area opposite the information centre. GPS: S33 50.200 E148 40.919 ... Find out more


Wellington South Rest Area 75 km

56 km N of Molong (R) or 9 km S of Wellington (L) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 37.413 E148 56.885... Find out more


Sunny Corner Camp Area 75 km

T/O 34 km E of Bathurst (L) or 28 km W of Lithgow (R) Secluded campground located 7 kilometres north of the highway. GPS: S33 23.267 E149 53.542  ... Find out more


Tyagong Creek Rest Area 90 km

31 km E of Grenfell (R) or 24 km W of Cowra (L) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S33 54.096 E148 27.977 ... Find out more


Billabong Creek Rest Area 91 km

23 km N of Forbes (R) or 10 km S of Parkes (L) Small area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S33 12.531 E148 07.473 ... Find out more


Lake Wallace Park Area 92 km

T/O 51 km E of Bathurst (L) or 11 km W of Lithgow (R) Large area 2 kilometres north of the highway on the shores of the lake. Good facilities but only limited shade. GPS: S33 24.849 E150 04.255 ... Find out more


Geurie North Rest Area 103 km

24 km NW of Wellington (L) or 27 km SE of Dubbo (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 23.306 E148 48.978... Find out more


Forbes Rest Area 103 km

South side of town Large area on the riverbank 500 metres north-west of the highway past the Forbes Lake Motel. Good shade. Facilities at adjacent day use area. GPS: S33 23.292 E148 00.110... Find out more


Grenfell West Rest Area 111 km

102 km E of West Wyalong (L) or 2 km W of Grenfell (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 53.425 E148 08.743 ... Find out more


Tomingley South Rest Area 112 km

64 km N of Parkes (R) or 56 km S of Dubbo (L) Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S32 35.698 E148 13.176 ... Find out more


Bogolong Rest Area 113 km

95 km E of West Wyalong (L) or 9 km W of Grenfell (R) Large area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S33 50.982 E148 05.447   ... Find out more


Tomingley Creek Rest Area 114 km

74 km NE of Parkes (L) or 46 km SW of Dubbo (R) Large area just off the highway surrounded by trees. Limited shade. GPS: S32 31.283 E148 16.763  ... Find out more


Panai Rest Area 119 km

106 km NE of Parkes (L) or 14 km SW of Dubbo (R) Secluded area just off the highway among some large trees. Good shade. GPS: S32 19.800 E148 30.504  ... Find out more


Piney Range Rest Area 122 km

82 km E of West Wyalong (L) or 22 km W of Grenfell (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S33 48.917 E147 57.204  ... Find out more


Ben Halls Cave Camp Area 127 km

T/O 99 km E of West Wyalong (R) or 5 km W of Grenfell (L) Large open area located 26 kilometres south-west of the highway via Back Piney Range Road and Weddin View Road in a pleasant natural bush setting in Weddin... Find out more


Dubbo West Rest Area 131 km

8 km W of Dubbo (R) or 32 km E of Narromine (L) Small area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 12.243 E148 32.358 ... Find out more


Brocklehurst Rest Area 131 km

9 km N of Dubbo (L) or 57 km S of Gilgandra (R) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good shade. GPS: S32 10.299 E148 37.151   ... Find out more


Terramungamine Camp Area 133 km

T/O 8 km N of Dubbo (L) or 58 km S of Gilgandra (R) Large area 4 kilometres west of the highway on the bank of the river. GPS: S32 10.124 E148 35.198 ... Find out more


Narromine East Rest Area 139 km

36 km W of Dubbo (R) or 4 km E of Narromine (L) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S32 14.618 E148 16.179... Find out more


What's on around town

Market: Kmart carpark; Sun.

Farmers market: showgrounds; 2nd Sat each month.

Slow Food Festival: Feb.

Orange Cup: horseracing; Mar.

FOOD (Food of Orange District) Week: Apr.

Music Week: Aug.

Orange Region Winefest: Oct.

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