Fast Facts
- Village on the Golden Highway bordering Wollemi National Park
- Overshadowed by the dramatic sandstone hills of the Giant’s Leap
- 255 km north of Sydney, population 140
Why go there
Sandy Hollow is a delightful village in the Upper Hunter, full of the flavours of tranquil rural life.
The town provides easy access to scenic national parks, meandering country drives, and wine trails.
History
Sandy Hollow was originally a campsite for travellers at the junction of the Goulburn River Valley and Halls Creek. The surrounding area was settled by pioneering graziers in the 1820s.
The town achieved a brief moment of fame when Captain Thunderbolt, the bushranger, held up the Denman-Merriwa mail service in the 1860s.
Things to do
- Experience the wilderness of the nearby Goulburn River and Wollemi national parks, with their rich variety of wildlife and spectacular scenery.
- Bring a bike to explore cycling trails in the local area.
- Sample the boutique wineries of the region.
Events
- Charity Horse Ride and Ute Muster in April
Don’t miss
- Ellamara's Collection, a historic coaching inn and farmstay with pet-friendly B&B accommodation.
- A circular drive along scenic Bylong Valley Way and into Goulburn River National Park.
- Sunset over the hills of the Giant’s Leap.
