Beaufoy Merlin lookout
Beaufoy Merlin lookout offers spectacular views and an excellent vantage point to see the true scale of former mining activities. It’s also great for photography.
- Where
- Hill End Historic Site in Country NSW
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Bald Hill lookout
Bald Hill lookout offers stunning views of historic Hill End’s countryside. It’s a short 3km drive from the town centre and offers magnificent sunset moments.
- Where
- Hill End Historic Site in Country NSW
The Falls
The Falls, near Summer Hill Creek in Mullion Range State Conservation Area, provide a scenic vista and popular swimming location.
Nature walking track
Nature walking track is an easy walk for anyone wanting to explore the natural beauty of Mount Canobolas, offering birdwatching and wildflower displays in spring.
- Distance
- 2km loop
- Time
- 30min - 1hr 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area in Country NSW
Summits walking track
Summits walking track joins the two of the peaks within Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area. Walk it as a short walk or longer day walk, enjoying scenic views and birdwatching.
- Distance
- 2.1km return
- Time
- 45min - 1hr 15min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area in Country NSW
Golden Gully walking track
Golden Gully walking track is a short drive from Hill End and part of a great car touring route. Enjoy easy walking and taking in the historic surrounds.
- Distance
- 0.2km one-way
- Time
- 15 - 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Wheelchair
access - No wheelchair access
- Where
- Hill End Historic Site in Country NSW
Mount Towac walking track
This short walk will take you to Towac Peak where you can enjoy panoramic views of Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area and the scenic countryside of Orange.
- Distance
- 1.7km return
- Time
- 15 - 27min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area in Country NSW
Spring Glade walking track
Spring Glade walking track provides easy access to the summit of Mount Canobolas via a pleasant easy walk through grassy woodland, offering birdwatching and picnic opportunities.
- Distance
- 3km return
- Time
- 45min - 1hr 15min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area in Country NSW
Cornish Quartz roasting pits
The quartz roasting pits are a short drive from Hill End and are a significant historical remnant of Australia’s earlier mining heritage.
- Where
- Hill End Historic Site in Country NSW
Snowgum walking track
Snowgum walking track is short and easy, it starts from the summit of Mount Canobolas or from Federal Falls campground. It’s a great way to work up a hunger for a barbecue lunch.
- Distance
- 0.9km one-way
- Time
- 15 - 30min
- Grade
- Grade 3
- Where
- Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area in Country NSW