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Delta Energy Expo
The Delta Energy Expo at the Mt Piper Power Station features hands-on interactive display acquainting visitors with the Power of Power. Daily tours of the Station depart at 11.00am and educate on safe, efficient, environmentally clean energy production. BBQ and picnic facilities are also available onsite.
W: www.de.com.au |
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Glow Worm Tunnel
Located within the World Heritage listed Wollemi National Park, the Glow Worm Tunnel area offers magnificent views of pagoda rock formations, extensive flora and a wide array of native wildlife including glow worms, kangaroos and wallabies. The walk into the tunnel follows a disused railway line, which once descended into the Newnes Valley, and was used to transport oil shale.
The highlight of a trip to the tunnel is the thousands of Glow Worms visible in the darkness of the tunnel. A torch is required for the tunnel, however, do not shine the light on the glow worms as they are sensitive to light and also to noise.
Download Newnes Discovery Trail Information Sheet |
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Hassans Walls Lookout
Hassans Walls, the highest scenic lookout (1130m) in the Blue Mountains, provides magnificent views of the Hartley Valley and Blue Mountains escarpment, as well as views of Lithgow. Walk or ride around the Lookout. Hassans Walls Road, Lithgow. |
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Jannei Goat Dairy
Jannei Goat Dairy is owned and operated by Neil and Janette Watson. Neil is the cheese maker and also milks about 70 goats producing award winning cheeses, yoghurt & milk. Winner of 2008 Australian Grand Diary Awards - Champion Goats or Sheep Milk Cheese Open Monday to Wednesday 10am to 5pm & Friday to Saturday 10am to 5pm for free cheese tasting & sales. 8 View St, Lidsdale P: (02) 6355 1107
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Jenolan Caves
The world famous Jenolan Caves are Australia's most spectacular limestone caves. Jenolan Caves are only forty-five minutes from Lithgow and part of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area.
Guided tours of the nine richly decorated show caves are available every day of the year. Tour departs on a regular basis throughout the day. During the daylight saving period a special twilight tour operates at 5.30pm. Special tours are available for pre-booked groups. An exhilarating option is an Adventure Tour providing the excitement of climbing and crawling through undeveloped wild caves under expert guidance. Specialised equipment is provided and bookings are essential.
Jenolan has as much to offer above ground. Walking tracks throughout the 2416 ha wildlife reserve offer mountain lookouts, natural archways, rivers, waterfalls and a vast array of flora and fauna. Above ground guided tours available.
P: (02) 6359 3311 F:(02) 6359 3307 W: www.jenolancaves.org.au |
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Lake Lyell, Lake Wallace and Thompsons Creek Dam
Lake Lyell is a picturesque recreational lake for camping, swimming and fishing. The Recreation Area boasts a range of amenities including BBQ's, picnic and shower facilities and a children’s playground.
P: (02) 6355 6347 E: lakelyell@optusnet.com.au
Check local dam water levels
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Lake Wallace
Located close to the township of Wallerawang , Lake Wallace is a popular spot to fish, sail or swim. Enjoy a picnic or BBQ on the banks of the dam and let the kids play on the playground equipment. An off leash dog area is also available at Lake Wallace.
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Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens
Visit Australia's Coolest Garden – Mount Tomah Botanic Garden. Located 1,000 metres above sea level, this magnificent cool climate collection for the Sydney Botanic Gardens Trust has over 40,000 plants and 5,000 different species.
Enjoy magnificent views of the northern Blue Mountains that stretch from the Hunter Valley back to Sydney while you explore the 28 hectares of cultivated garden. Discover fascinating themed displays such as the Gondwana Walk with the famous Wollemi Pine, the Rock Garden where plants are grouped by continent of origin, the Plant Explorers Walk, the Rainforest Walk and the stunning Formal Garden.
Visit the Garden Shop for a botanically inspired memento or gift. Dine in the Garden Restaurant with its breathtaking views that serves excellent modern Australian cuisine. An ideal setting for a picnic or BBQ lunch.
Just 30 minutes from Lithgow on Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah Botanic Garden is the perfect place to break your trip back to Sydney. Opening hours: 10 am – 4 pm (5pm in daylight saving)
Enquiries: (02) 4567 2154 Restaurant: (02) 4567 2060 W: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au
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Pearson's Lookout
With views to the magnificent Pantoney's Crown and the surrounding Capertee Valley. This valley is the worlds second largest and features more birds per square kilometre than anywhere else in the Southern Hemisphere.
Castlereigh Highway, Capertee |
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Zig Zag Railway
The Great Zig Zag Railway, the original rail line into the Lithgow Valley, was opened in 1869. The line was hailed as an engineering masterpiece of the 19th century. Steam trains run on the weekends, public holidays and school holidays. On other days, the train ride is on a vintage rail motor. The trip includes stops at scenic lookouts. Open daily. Trains depart Clarence Station daily at 11.00am, 1.00pm & 3.00pm.
Chifley Road, Clarence
W: www.zigzagrailway.com.au/
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