Walcha activities
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Oxley Walking Track
If you love scenic views and wildlife, the easy Oxley walking track traces the northern rim of the Apsley Gorge. With waterfall views from every angle, it makes a perfect day outing or a great spot for a break on a road trip. You’ll wander…
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Walcha Open Air Gallery
Walcha Open Air Gallery is an ever growing open air exhibition of sculptures and artworks that makes up part of Walcha's beautiful streetscape. The Open Air Gallery currently consists of over 40 sculptures. The contributing sculptors are…
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Pioneer Cottage and Museum
Walcha Pioneer Cottage and Museum complex houses a variety of historical buildings dating back to the 1860s. Amongst the buildings are the Museum, the Pioneer Cottage, Tool Shed, Wool Hall, Blacksmith's Shop, and a hangar with a Tiger M…
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Cafe Graze
Offering great coffee and fabulous food with friendly, welcoming staff. As well as being one of Walcha's favourite spots for coffee and a bite to eat, Café Graze also sells giftware, jewellery, cards and delicious produce for your pantry o…
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Budds Mare to Riverside Walking Track
A great walk for those looking for a challenging hike through the heart of the World Heritage-listed Macleay wilderness. Don’t forget your binoculars as Budds Mare to Riverside walking track offers a rare opportunity for wildlife spotting a…
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Apsley Falls Picnic Area
Apsley Falls picnic area is perched on the edge of the Great Escarpment, with impressive views of upper Apsley Gorge. It’s just off the Oxley Highway, making it an ideal pit stop on a road trip. As you pile out of the car, breathe in that …
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Apsley Gorge Rim Walking Track
The Apsley Gorge Rim walking track packs a lot of scenic views into one short walk. With waterfalls and rugged ravines, you’ll be spoilt for scenic views of this dramatic falls country in the Northern Tablelands. Perfect for wildlife and b…
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Historic Buildings Walking Tour
Walcha's Walking Tour of Historic Buildings brings an added interest to a pleasant walk around the picturesque township of Walcha. Walcha is the oldest town and settlement in the New England, with the first European discovery being in 18…
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Budds Mare Lookout
Budds Mare lookout is a well-equipped picnic area set in beautiful bushland above the Apsley River Valley. There are wonderful views from the lookout across the World Heritage-listed rainforest and over the Apsley River. You’ll be able to s…
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Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, near Armidale contains world heritage listed rainforest, historic sites and waterfalls. It’s perfect for walking, camping and fishing. Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Aus…
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Walcha Royal Cafe
The Walcha Royal Café is another one of Walcha's favourite coffee haunts, also offering great breakfasts and lunches. The Royal Cafe is an old Hotel building which has been converted into a café boutique accommodation without losing its or…
