Armidale Area
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Nature in Armidale Area
The area around Armidale has some Country NSW's most spectacular mountain scenery that includes national parks, sub tropical rainforest, gorges and dramatic waterfalls. It's an adventurer's dream destination, perfect for bushwalking, fishing, camping and white water rafting.
About Armidale Area
Armidale is set amongst rolling hills on the high tablelands of the Great Dividing Range, north-west of Sydney. It's a city of culture and learning, with a wonderful heritage precinct, two impressive cathedrals and great shopping. Explore New England National Park, a World Heritage-listed natural wonder.
Guyra, the highest town in the New England Tablelands, has a freshwater wetland inside a volcanic crater, a breeding ground for waterbirds. At Uralla you can visit the grave of bushranger Frederick Ward, also known as Captain Thunderbolt. Discover the wild beauty of Oxley Wild Rivers, Cathedral Rocks and Werrikimbe national parks, a short drive from Walcha.
Local towns
- ArmidaleDuring autumn the parks and gardens around Armidale show their beautiful colours.
- GuyraGuyra is a pleasant town surrounded by a diverse blend of attractions,
- UrallaUralla offers a fascinating insight into the gold rush days of the 1850
- WalchaWalcha is the gateway to some of the best adventure experiences in
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