DESTINATION: TumutLocated on the north-west slopes of the Snowy Mountains, Tumut is surrounded by forests and rich pastoral and agricultural land. The northern gateway to the Snowy Mountains, Tumut is the commercial centre for the district. Main AttractionsThe town's history is reflected in its original buildings, including early homes; the Edmund Blacket-designed All Saints Church (1875); the stucco brick Court House (1878); and the historic racecourse grandstand framed by poplars and English oaks. Fishing is popular given the well-stocked rivers, dams and streams. Other activities available include white-water rafting, canoeing, horseriding, abseiling, hang-gliding and scenic flights. There are many walking trails, including the famous Hume and Hovell Walking Track, tempting walkers into Kosciuszko NP. Huge inland lakes created by the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme provide areas for watersports and many kinds of boating. |
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Just over 20km west of Tumut is the historic gold town of Adelong. Here, the attractive Adelong Falls and old gold workings near the stream are to be found. Further afield is another historic gold-mining site at Kiandra, 95km south.
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Cnr Snowy Mountains Hwy and Gocup (Gundagai) Rd, Ph: (02) 6947 7025
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