Coonabarabran
Must do
National parks around Coonabarabran
Coonabarabran is the closest town to the craggy peaks and spires of the Warrumbungle Ranges. Warrumbungle National Park is popular for bushwalking, camping and encountering wildlife.
About Coonabarabran
Known as the astronomy capital of Australia, Coonabarabran is nestled in the foothills of the Warrumbungles, one of the State's most accessible national parks. It has excellent camping facilities and bushwalking treks.
With crystal clear skies, this area is also perfect for stargazing. Located here is Australia's largest optical astronomy research facility, Siding Spring Observatory; you can visit the Discovery Centre at the observatory during daytime only.
Admire the bulldozer-like teeth of a diprotodon, the largest marsupial ever identified, at the Coonabarabran Visitor Information Centre.
Events
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- March
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Thursday 08 Mar 2012 Coonabarabran Agricultural Show
The Coonabarabran Show commences with the Art Preview in the Wool Pavilion on Thursday evening where there is also wine ...
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- April
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Saturday 28 Apr 2012 Tour de Warrumbungles Bike Ride
Start training for the annual cycling weekend that races into and around the magnificent Warrumbungle National Park.The main competition ...
Gallery
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Siding Springs Observatory
Siding Springs Observatory near Coonabarabran
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The Breadknife, Warrumbungle National Park
The Breadknife formation at Warrumbungle National Park. Image Susan Wright
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Kangaroos, Warrumbungle National Park
Kangaroos at Warrumbungle National Park. Image Hamilton Lund
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