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Fossickers Way.

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Open leg route
559.0KM / 347.3MI (Est. travel time 7 hours)

This itinerary is a suggested route which allows you to experience some of the best the region has to offer.

There are many drives and variations along way. Check out the Fossickers Way events page to help plan your trip. It's also a good idea to book accommodation ahead of time.

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Day 1: Barraba
A birdwatching paradise, Barraba is a charming town in the beautiful New England region of NSW and a popular base for outdoor adventure.
Mount Kaputar National Park
Be awed by towering forests, breathtaking rock formations and stunning scenery at Mount Kaputar National Park.
Split Rock Dam
Split Rock Dam is a wonderful destination for camping, fishing and water sports.
Drive – 130KM
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Day 1: Inverell
Try your luck sapphire fossicking around riverside Inverell, nicknamed Sapphire City.
Inverell Visitor Information Centre
The Inverell Visitor Information Centre is located close to the central business district. They will provide you with local and regional brochures and maps as
National Transport Museum
The National Transport Museum consists of a display of over 200 exhibits, including cars, trucks, fire engines, and motorcycles.
Goonoowigall State Conservation Area
Goonoowigall is scenic granite country, with low hills and large boulders marking the skyline, and covers 1,057 hectares.
Inverell Pioneer Village
Inverell Pioneer Village is a collection of authentic historic buildings and homes from Inverell and the surrounding ...
Billabong Blue Sapphire Fossicking Park
Enjoy a day out fossicking for an Inverell Sapphire, or take advantage of the camping area to stay on site.
Drive – 75KM
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Day 2: Emmaville
Visit the famous Emmaville Mining Museum and browse the collection of mining artefacts and photographs that date back to 1893.
Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre
The team at the Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre can help you with ideas on what to see and do during your visit.
Emmaville Mining Museum
A photograph collection of over 200 photographs on the mines and miners, Emmaville and local community.
Drive – 42KM
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Day 2: Glen Innes
From World Heritage wilderness to gem fossicking, fascinating heritage, and wonderful festivals, Glen Innes is a captivating town.
Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre
The team at the Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre can help you with ideas on what to see and do during your visit.
Australian Celtic Festival
The four-day Festival attracts clans, cultural groups, dancers and performers from around the world.
Australian Standing Stones
The Australian Standing Stones in Glen Innes pays tribute to the Celtic heritage of the early European settlers to the district.
Country Art Escapes
Explore the artist studios, galleries, museums and other cultural venues and experiences of this beautiful and diverse region.
The Minerama Fossicking, Gem and Jewellery Show
Held every year in March. Minerama is perfect for all gem lovers, rock hounds and outdoor adventures.
Drive – 97KM
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Day 3: Armidale
The greater Armidale Area also offers World Heritage national parks, Australia’s second-highest waterfall, and cool-climate wineries.
Armidale Visitor Information Centre
Armidale, located in the New England High Country, has an abundance of sights and activities; something for everyone regardless of age or fitness level.
Uralla Visitor Information Centre
Get the most out of your visit to Uralla by stopping by the Uralla Visitor Information Centre.
Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place
The Armidale and Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place showcases a diverse range of Australian Indigenous arts and culture.
Armidale Farmers Market
Head along to buy fresh, local, seasonal produce, home made gourmet food, wine and plants.
Armidale Heritage Tours
Embark on an historical journey through Armidale, with a lively and personal commentary from a tour guide.
New England Regional Art Museum
See wonderful art collections by significant Australian and international artists.
The Welder's Dog
Experience a huge range of craft beverages, local, regional, international craft beers and local award winning wines and spirits.
The Wicklow Hotel
Operating since 1852, this is the New England region's oldest licensed establishment.
Drive – 24KM
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Day 3: Uralla
Uralla is home to boutique wineries, enticing cafes and pubs, vineyard restaurants and an artisan brewery and distillery.
Uralla Visitor Information Centre
Get the most out of your visit to Uralla by stopping by the Uralla Visitor Information Centre.
Armidale Visitor Information Centre
Armidale, located in the New England High Country, has an abundance of sights and activities; something for everyone regardless of age or fitness level.
Walcha Open Air Gallery
More than 50 pieces of art are dotted around the streets of Walcha.
Uralla Heritage Walk
A self guided walking tour which showcases over 50 heritage buildings and historical features within the township.
McCrossin's Mill
Built in 1870, McCrossin's Mill is a lovingly restored three storey flour mill with multi-award winning museum, gallery and function centre.
Merilba Estate Wines
Merilba Estate grow the grapes, they make the wines and bottle them, and they sell them to all who appreciate craftsmanship.
Eastview Estate and Dobson's Distillery
Eastview is a winery, brewery and restaurant... but above all, it is a distillery.
Sunhill Dairy Goats
Meet the goats, taste goat cheeses made on site, or take a tour of the farm and milking operations.
Drive – 132KM
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Day 3: Nundle
Rich with history and beautiful natural attractions, there are many wonderful things to do and see in this lovely area.
Arc-En-Ciel Trout Farm
Nestled in the hills of Hanging Rock NSW, this is perfect setting for the production of some of Australia's finest rainbow trout.
Chaffey Dam
Chaffey Dam is a place where you can enjoy watersports, bushwalking and picnicking in the beautiful Peel Valley.
Go For Gold Chinese Easter Festival
Nundle Go for Gold Chinese Easter Festival is a celebration of Nundle's gold fields history and the Chinese and European miners.
Mount Misery Gold Mine Cafe
Nestled in the tranquil town of Nundle, south-east of Tamworth, the Gold Mine Cafe is housed in the historic coffin-makers cottage.
Nundle Country Picnic
Relax with family and friends at the Nundle Country Picnic in the beautiful grounds of the Nundle Woollen Mill.
Nundle Woollen Mill
Nundle Woollen Mill is one of the last spinning mills still operating in Australia.
Drive – 59KM
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Day 4: Tamworth
From the world-famous Tamworth Country Music Festival to friendly native animals, rodeo thrills and delicious regional produce, Tamworth is
Tamworth Visitor Information Centre
Your first stop on any visit to the Tamworth region should be the Tamworth Visitor Information Centre. Located adjacent to the Big Golden Guitar.
Big Golden Guitar Tourist Centre
The guitar, a symbol of the Country Music Festival and foundation of the Golden Guitar Awards, holds a special place in Tamworth's heart.
Tamworth Marsupial Park
Hand feed, walk and talk with native animals at this fun filled animal park.
Tamworth Regional Gallery
Tamworth Regional Gallery was established in 1919 and is one of the oldest galleries in NSW.
Tamworth Regional Playground
Children of all ages will find endless enjoyment at the Tamworth Regional Playground.
Toyota Country Music Festival
Each year the largest music festival in the southern hemisphere attracts around 50,000 visitors per day, with over 700 artists featured.
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