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Batlow Woodworks: discover a range of art, pottery, woodworks and crafts, serving morning and afternoon tea; Pioneer St; (02) 6949 1265. Weemala Lookout: breathtaking views of town and Snowy Mountains; H. V. Smith Dr.

Hume and Hovell Lookout: great views over Blowering Valley and Blowering Reservoir, with picnic area at the site where explorers rested in 1824; 6 km E. Tumut Rd: fresh fruit along the road. Springfield Orchard, 6 km N, grows 16 apple varieties and has picnic and barbecue facilities. Kosciuszko National Park: this alpine park to the east includes nearby Bowering Reservoir and Buddong Falls; for more details see Adaminaby. Hume and Hovell Walking Track: access to short sections of the 440 km track via Tumut Rd. Maps available from visitor centre.

Yaouk Valley 68 km

It was late autumn 1997 when I  arrived in Canberra to fish with  the late Chris Hole, fly-fisherman,  author and painter. Chris offered  to take me to some of his favourite trout streams that snake... Find out more

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Khancoban 80 km

Many trout fishers, particularly those adept with the fly, regard Khancoban as home base for trout fishing. The biggest water in the area is Khancoban Pondage, fed by the Swampy Plain River and Khancoban Creek. The... Find out more

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Wagga Wagga 85 km

In my early teens I lived in Wagga Wagga for about three years and spent many hours fishing from a kayak on the Murrumbidgee and at Lake Albert. The river held excellent numbers of redfin, and they were of good size, so... Find out more

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Geehi 96 km

If you like the bush and clear mountain streams where you can fish for trout, then the Snowy Mountains offers excellent opportunities. Rivers up this way are part of our fishing folklore, particularly among fly-fishers.... Find out more

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Nariel Creek 99 km

A favourite dry fly among fly-fishers casting to rising trout in the Snowy Mountains and north-east Victoria is the Geehi beetle. This marvellous pattern is named after a non- existent beetle. It’s a fly that trout... Find out more

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Lake Jindabyne 104 km

Lake Jindabyne sits on the eastern edge of Kosciuszko National Park and rates as one of southern Australia’s best trout waters. The lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout, and Atlantic salmon. Some of the... Find out more

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Lake Hume 113 km

Albury–Wodonga is ideal for anyone seeking a variety of freshwater fishing. The list of fish species on offer reads like a Who’s Who of southern Australian freshwater fish. It includes Murray cod,... Find out more

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Indi River 115 km

Take the Alpine Way out of Khancoban and head about 50 km towards Thredbo, and you’ll come to Tom Groggin station. Locals say the river flowing alongside the station is the Indi River, but it’s marked on some... Find out more

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Lake Dartmouth 129 km

Lake Dartmouth holds self-sustaining populations of both brown and rainbow trout. The lake was formed in 1979 when an embankment was built on the Mitta Mitta River. Trout and the threatened Macquarie perch thrived in the... Find out more

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Lower Mitta Mitta 131 km

Wodonga-based fly-fishing guide Scott McPherson accompanied me on one trip on the lower Mitta Mitta. We were wading a stretch of river near Eskdale early in the morning. I recommend not only waders for this activity, but... Find out more

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Burrowa–Pine Mountain National Park 75 km

Located near the New South Wales border, 430 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, and one of Victoria’s lesser-known national parks, this has some remarkable features. The granitic Pine Mountain is one of the... Find out more

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Birdwatching in Fivebough and Tuckerbil wetlands 85 km

Fivebough and Tuckerbil Wetlands are Ramsar-listed, and among nearly 200 birds spotted here are brolgas, black-winged stilts and painted snipes. Fivebough has 5 kilometres of walking tracks, with bird hides along the... Find out more

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Picnicking around Canberra 91 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

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Cross-country skiing 101 km

A delightful winter pastime, cross-country skiing is a mix of walking, gliding and skiing, and the basics are much easier to pick up than those of downhill skiing or snowboarding. You can undertake the activity at... Find out more

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Canoeing in the Snowys 104 km

It is certainly not the best spot in the country for canoeing and kayaking, but peaceful days can be had enjoying these activities on Lake Jindabyne, or more exciting adventures are possible on overnight excursions down... Find out more

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Snowy Mountains Touring Company 109 km

Based on an unusual concept, this company offers a personal tour guide who can accompany you, in your vehicle, explaining the history, heritage, flora and fauna of the area as you travel. Either you can drive, or they... Find out more

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Bushwalking in the Snowy Mountains 110 km

There is almost no end to the hiking that can be done in the Snowy Mountains. There are hundreds of kilometres of hiking tracks, and infinite ways to wander through the hills. The most popular walks are to the top of... Find out more

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Wine-tasting - Rutherglen region 164 km

The Rutherglen region in the far north of the state is renowned particularly for its fortified ports and muscats, perfect for a winter’s night. There are no organically certified wineries in the area, although... Find out more

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Cross-country skiing - Victoria's High Country 168 km

The home of our national cross-country team, Falls Creek is probably the best place to crosscountry ski. It has 65 kilometres of groomed tracks, catering to beginners and intermediate skiers, as well as marked trails on... Find out more

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Koala-spotting - Narrandera 169 km

Koalas have thrived at Narrandera since they were released in 1972. At Narrandera Nature Reserve you should be able to spot a few.... Find out more

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Royal Canberra Golf Club (Westbourne course) 89 km

When the site for the nation’s capital was selected in 1909, it was mainly rolling grassy plains with few trees. Little was known about what species might flourish in Canberra’s environment. The federal... Find out more

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Narooma Golf Club 196 km

Narooma is a small coastal haven with world-class beaches. It has become renowned for the whales, seals and penguins attracted to the pristine waters offshore. But one of the town’s major attractions remains its... Find out more

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Mountain View Cafe

It’s not every cafe that opens at 5.30am to feed workers heading off to their jobs in the morning but for staff and patrons at the Mountain View Cafe it’s all part of the service. They provide great,... Find out more

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Wig & Pen Brewery/Tavern 93 km

Canberra may well claim to be the real ale capital of Australia on the strength of this single brew-pub, which sees more pints of hand-pumped ale pulled than any other joint in the land. From the well-balanced and... Find out more

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Bridge Road Brewers 161 km

Ben Kraus originally trained as a winemaker but his head was turned in the direction of craft brewing during a stint working in Western Australia’s Margaret River region. The cluster of microbreweries in this... Find out more

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Bright Brewery 171 km

The original Bright Brewery shut down in 1916 and this modern incarnation was started by a quartet of ‘ale changers’ – couples David and Julie Cocks, and Scott Brandon and Fiona Reddaway – some 90... Find out more

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William Bull Brewery 229 km

The high-profile, family-run De Bortoli Wines diversifying into craft beer has been one of the longest-running stories around. In the late 1990s they acquired a brewhouse that originally belonged to the ... Find out more

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Willow Bay camping area 8 km

This camping area is on the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, via Blowering Foreshore Rd, 20 km from Batlow. Check road conditions before setting off from Batlow with a caravan. Bring drinking water, firewood and... Find out more

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Long Point camping area 8 km

One of a handful of camping areas along the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, 20 km east of Batlow via Blowering Foreshore Rd. Check road conditions before setting off from Batlow with a caravan. Bring drinking water... Find out more

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Junction Park camping area 8 km

One of a handful of camping areas along the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, 20 km east of Batlow. Follow Blowering Foreshore Rd; check road conditions if you’re bringing a caravan. Bring drinking water and... Find out more

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Blowering Forest Holiday Camp 8 km

You’ll find this well-equipped camping ground on the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, accessed via Blowering Camp Rd, 27 km east of Batlow. Bring your fishing rod, swimming costume, canoe, sailboat and... Find out more

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Windy Point camping area 8 km

One of a handful of camping areas dotted along the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, 20 km east of Batlow. Follow Blowering Foreshore Rd. Check road conditions before setting off from Batlow with a caravan. Bring... Find out more

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Platypus Bay camping area 8 km

On the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, via Blowering Foreshore Rd, 20 km from Batlow. Check road conditions before setting off from Batlow with a caravan. Bring drinking water, firewood and gas/fuel stove from... Find out more

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Platypus Park camping area 8 km

One of a handful of camping areas dotted along the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, 20 km east of Batlow. Follow Blowering Foreshore Rd. Caravanners bringing a caravan from Batlow should check road conditions before... Find out more

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Dormans Point camping area 8 km

One of a handful of camping areas dotted along the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, 20 km east of Batlow. Follow Blowering Foreshore Rd. If you’re bringing a caravan from Batlow, check road conditions before... Find out more

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Island Forest Park Camping Area 9 km

This camping area is on the western shore of Blowering Reservoir, via Blowering Foreshore Rd, 20 km from Batlow. Check road conditions before setting off with a caravan. Bring drinking water, firewood and gas/fuel stove... Find out more

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Yachting Point camping area (northern section) 11 km

There are water activities galore during summer at this aptly named campground, 30 km south of Tumut near Blowering Reservoir. Take your pick of swimming, boating, fishing, waterskiing and paddling. Bring your own... Find out more

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Gundagai River Caravan Park 50 km

Located on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, the park is about 1 km from the town centre. First impressions are the wide expanses of green grass and large shady trees. It is a great spot to stay and enjoy this... Find out more

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Gundagai Tourist Park 51 km

Within walking distance of the town centre, this park has 30 undercover, drivethru, ensuite sites. It is ideal for vans or motorhomes less than 3.5 metres high. Some of these sites are suitable for camper trailers with... Find out more

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Rainbow Pines Tourist Caravan Park 77 km

This is a popular holiday park where trout fishing, sailing and canoeing are all available. It is on the shores of Lake Eucumbene, about 7 km from the Snowy Mountains Highway. A minimum-length stay applies in all... Find out more

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Holbrook Motor Village 79 km

In an ideal position, this comfortable tidy park caters for travellers on the Hume Highway. It is convenient for an overnight stop or a longer stay. Pets are allowed at the manager’s discretion.... Find out more

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East’s Riverview Holiday Park 82 km

This older but well-maintained and well-managed park, 2 km east of the town centre on the Sturt Highway, has long-established shade trees. The latest feature is a new camp kitchen. This is a convenient and easily... Find out more

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Colac Colac Caravan Park 82 km

We like this spacious park that is 7 km west of town, under large shady trees and alongside a popular trout stream. The budget-priced park in ‘Man from Snowy River’ territory has basic amenities and is ideal... Find out more

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Wagga Wagga Beach Caravan Park 84 km

Nestled alongside the Murrumbidgee River, this park has wide expanses of shady lawns and is within walking distance of the main shopping area. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Canberra Motor Village 92 km

Located in a quiet bushland setting 3 km from the centre of Canberra, this park makes a good base for exploring the national capital, with just a short drive to the city and most of the attractions. The park has... Find out more

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Canberra South Motor Park 95 km

This large, older-style park is on the south side just a few kilometres from Canberra. For those navigating with a GPS, the park has no street number but is opposite number 250. A minimum-length stay applies at Easter... Find out more

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Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) 97 km

This camping area is part of the Canberra Showground and may suit those with big rigs or those travelling with dogs. The park is not available during the Canberra Show or the Folk Festival; the maximum stay is 28 days.... Find out more

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Batlow House

Batlow House is a popular, pet-friendly and comfortable self-contained Federation cottage for those passing through Batlow. The stylishly renovated building features ornate high ceilings and some Art Deco fittings, with... Find out more

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Arthur’s Cottage, Cudgewa 82 km

This historic mudbrick, two-bedroom cottage was built around 1897, but now has solar-powered lights and a gas kitchen. It sits quietly on the Cudgewa Creek, with platypus drifting past. You will need to bring your own... Find out more

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Alpine Habitats, near Jindabyne 108 km

Opened in 2007, these 18 cleverly designed two-bedroom buildings are linked underground by massive worm farms that digest all the compostable waste on the site. Set amid gnarled black sallees and other snow gums, the... Find out more

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The Odd Frog, Bright 172 km

This place comprises five funky new luxury studios on a 4-hectare Land for Wildlife property. The studios have been architecturally designed to have minimal impact on the environment, with thought even given to their... Find out more

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The Buckland, Bright 177 km

With the same architect as The Odd Frog, The Buckland’s four luxury studio retreats have similar eco-design principles, and thousands of trees have been planted on the site. They are also powered by green energy.... Find out more

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Jacarri Eco-Cottage, Goongerah 208 km

This rustic little cottage in East Gippsland sleeps four, and has solar power and a dry composting toilet. It has been built with sustainable timbers and uses a water wheel to fill the water tank. Organic fruit,... Find out more

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Yachting Point Camp Area 11 km

12 km NW of Talbingo (L) or 29 km SE of Tumut (R) Large open grassed area just off the highway on the shores of Lake Blowering in Kosciuszko National Park. Limited shade. GPS: S35 30.654 E148 16.015... Find out more

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Humes Crossing Camp Area 13 km

16 km NW of Talbingo (L) or 25 km SE of Tumut (R) Large grassed area just off the highway on the shores of Lake Blowering in Kosciuszko National Park. Limited shade. GPS: S35 28.382 E148 16.591 ... Find out more

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Yolde Camp Area 14 km

7 km NW of Talbingo (L) or 34 km SE of Tumut (R) Very small secluded area well off the highway surrounded by scrub in Kosciuszko National Park. GPS: S35 32.295 E148 17.718... Find out more

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The Pines Camp Area 15 km

19 km NW of Talbingo (L) or 22 km SE of Tumut (R) Large grassed area just off the highway on the shores of Lake Blowering in Kosciuszko National Park. Limited shade. GPS: S35 26.868 E148 17.079... Find out more

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Talbingo Park Area 15 km

West side of town Parking area on the shores of the lake. GPS: S35 34.801 E148 17.808... Find out more

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Log Bridge Creek camping area 16 km

23 km NW of Talbingo (R) or 18 km S of Tumut (L) Large area located well off the highway in Kosciuszko National Park. GPS: S35 25.311 E148 16.765... Find out more

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Jounama Creek Camp Area 18 km

T/O opposite Talbingo turnoff Large grassed area located on the edge of a creek 500 metres east of the highway in Kosciuszko National Park. NOTE: access road unsealed. GPS: S35 33.929 E148 19.908... Find out more

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Tumut Park Area 25 km

Middle of town Small town park adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S35 18.308 E148 13.667 ... Find out more

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Yarrangobilly Village Camp Area 32 km

65 km NW of Adaminaby (L) or 26 km SE of Talbingo (R) Large grassed area just off the highway on the banks of the river in Kosciuszko National Park. Limited shade. GPS: S35 39.122 E148 27.742... Find out more

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Kilgowlah Creek Rest Area 48 km

14 km SW of Tarcutta (L) or 56 km NE of Holbrook (R) Small area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S35 21.229 E147 39.121   ... Find out more

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Kiandra Park Area 50 km

35 km NW of Adaminaby (R) or 56 km SE of Talbingo (L) Parking area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S35 52.323 E148 29.718... Find out more

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Kyeamba Gap East Rest Area 53 km

34 km S of Tarcutta (R) or 36 km N of Holbrook (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S35 30.298 E147 33.838... Find out more

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The Rest House Park Area 55 km

28 km W of Adaminaby (L) or 63 km SE of Talbingo (R) Small area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S35 53.45 E148 32.24... Find out more

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Mingay Rest Area 60 km

56 km NE of Tarcutta (L) northbound only Large area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S34 58.741 E148 08.281 ... Find out more

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Coolac Rest Area 64 km

87 km SW of Yass (L) southbound only Large area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S34 56.514 E148 10.511  ... Find out more

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Boranbola Rest Area 65 km

23 km E of Wagga Wagga (R) or 22 km W of Hume Hwy (L) Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S35 09.709 E147 34.925 ... Find out more

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Holbrook Park Area 66 km

Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the information centre and submarine display. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S35 39.355 E147 26.224 ... Find out more

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Adaminaby Park Area 78 km

Middle of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S35 59.822 E148 46.467  ... Find out more

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Woomargama Rest Area 89 km

Middle of town Small area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S35 49.982 E147 14.788  ... Find out more

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Bookham Rest Area 90 km

32 km W of Yass (L) or 113 km NE of Tarcutta (R) Small area just off the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S34 48.849 E148 38.503 ... Find out more

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Mullengandra Rest Area 98 km

11 km SW of Woomargama (R) or 40 km NE of Albury (L)  Large area adjacent to the highway. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S35 53.633 E147 10.120... Find out more

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Berry Jerry Rest Area 112 km

66 km SE of Narrandera (L) or 32 km NW of Wagga Wagga (R) Large area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S35 03.631 E147 03.193  ... Find out more

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Mundoonan Rest Area 114 km

64 km W of Goulburn (L) or 23 km E of Yass (L) Large areas well off the highway (both sides). Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S34 49.462 E149 04.468 ... Find out more

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Mount Gladstone Lookout Rest Area 117 km

T/O 4 km W of Cooma (L) or 47 km SE of Adaminaby (R) Small area 1.5 kilometres south of the highway at the lookout. Good facilities. Limited shade. NOTE: Steep access road. GPS: S36 15.04 E149 04.42... Find out more

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Galore Camp Area 135 km

T/O at Galore Large area located 10 kilometres north of the highway on the riverbank. Good shade. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S34 55.237 E146 51.651... Find out more

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Howlong Rest Area 147 km

T/O 16 km E of Rutherglen (L) or 28 km W of Wodonga (R) Shady area adjacent to the road 7 kilometres north of the highway on the road to Howlong. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S35 59.280 E146 37.382 ... Find out more

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Indigo Creek Rest Area 149 km

18 km E of Rutherglen (L) or 26 km W of Wodonga (R) Small area just off the highway around some large trees. GPS: S36 02.852 E146 38.167  ... Find out more

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