Top 10 Things To Do In Oberon

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[{"address":"Oberon & District Museum","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.700917710591206,"longitude":149.85434934999998},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"The Museum Precinct:\n•\tOberon RSL sub-branch Museum – take a tour of the Military Museum which houses an array of interesting memorabilia from World War 1 to the present. Outside stands the Light Horse, created by local sculptor, Harrie Fasher. oberonrslsubbranch@bigpond.com.au Corner of Oberon and Dudley Streets.\n•\tOberon District Museum –a varied collection of local family history, farm equipment, and artifacts including a 3D model of the township as it was in the 1930s, functioning blacksmiths shop, and 1887 cottage. www.oberonmuseum.com Entry via Scotia Avenue Oberon\n•\tOberon Tarana Heritage Railway (OTHR) – a working group committed to restoring the railway line from Oberon to Tarana and sharing Oberon’s rail ‘Story' with visitors www.othr.com.au North Street Oberon.\n•\tOberon Skoda & Tatra Museum – housing a collection of restored vehicles manufactured by Skoda and Tatra. Contact: OTHR \n•\tTractor Museum - extensive private collection of tractors and memorabilia. Contact: OTHR\n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":563},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2Fmuseum%202.jpg?alt=media&token=0d1764f5-9d7d-4dc3-be60-434bbebeaf1d"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.visitoberon.com/tours-activities/sightseeing/museums-2/ "}]},{"address":"Mayfield Garden","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.66563306057709,"longitude":149.77896814999997},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Mayfield Garden:\nDon’t miss a visit to the largest cool climate garden in the southern hemisphere. An impressive 16 hectares open to view 363 days of the year with a water garden, café, and nursery. Seasonal openings of the Hawkins family private garden add a further amazing 49 hectares to enjoy. Have fun and lose yourself in the huge hedged maze, wander around the lake, 80mtr cascade, sandstone gallery, and further incredible features throughout.\nwww.mayfieldgarden.com.au 530 Mayfield Road Oberon\n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":561},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FMayfield%20Garden%20TS.jpg?alt=media&token=6f74464f-082f-4898-b13b-d52b05e9bd37"},{"type":"link","content":"https://mayfieldgarden.com.au/"}]},{"address":"Jenolan Caves","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.819436410638744,"longitude":150.02212680000002},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Jenolan Caves:\nOpen 365 days of the year and situated just a short 29klm drive from our township, Jenolan Caves offers extensive guided tours of some of the oldest and most spectacular limestone formations in the world. Enjoy a variety of walks within the Jenolan precinct, learn about local aboriginal culture and history, spot wildlife such as lyrebirds, platypus, and wallabies. Accommodation and dining options include the iconic Jenolan Caves House, designed and built-in 1897 by architect Walter Liberty Vernon. \nwww.jenolancaves.org.au \n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":668},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FJenolan%20Caves%20TSi.jpg?alt=media&token=f5a957c0-e50b-4bb3-999f-f927b01d61af"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.jenolancaves.org.au/"}]},{"address":"Kanangra-Boyd National Park","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.83188886064373,"longitude":149.99979725},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Kanangra Walls:\nSet within world heritage Kanangra Boyd national park, the spectacular Kanangra Walls can be found approx 1 hrs drive from the township of Oberon. 2WD accessible. Lookouts, mountain bike trails, bushwalks, camping, and 4WD trails.\n3 Walks from the Kanangra Walls car park: \n•\tEasy 10 min stroll (wheelchair accessible) to see lookouts including the awe-inspiring Kanangra Walls\n•\tMedium grade walk out to the plateau with a sidetrack to see the old Dance Floor Cave. Incredible views take a picnic and your camera\n•\tHard grade walk due to the steep stone steps, but well worth the effort to see Kalang Falls splash into the pool below \nwww.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au \n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":667},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FKanangra%20Walls%20TS.jpg?alt=media&token=68e4b3d8-12f6-4cb4-8f18-e94f6ab2c725"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/kanangraboyd-national-park"}]},{"address":"Porters Retreat","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.99643302383034,"longitude":149.77284412905126},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Fossicking;\nHire a fossicking kit from Oberon Visitor Information Centre, grab your treasure map and head out to designated public fossicking areas to try your luck at finding sapphire, zircon, and sometimes gold. If you haven’t had a go at fossicking before, don’t worry as staff can give you a demonstration on how to use the equipment and show you what you should be looking for\n"},{"metadata":{"width":745,"height":559},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2F38f87cedbe0c6d016019c825edc2d2d0.jpeg?alt=media&token=ceb4f714-80f0-4697-8f7c-e959b6e69f08"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.visitoberon.com/tours-activities/sightseeing/fossicking/"}]},{"address":"Lowes Mount Road","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.6451690105689,"longitude":149.8486783},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Mountain Bike and Hiking Trails:\nPick up your trail maps from Oberon Visitor Information Centre\n•\tOberon Dam Tracks – zigzagging native gum forest tracks from Oberon golf club to Oberon dam wall with some challenging hills. A chance to see our native wildlife in their natural habitat\n•\tRail Trail – 6klms one way of sealed pathway running alongside the scenic heritage railway line from Oberon to Hazelgrove Siding. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Return via the same route. For something more strenuous extend your adventure taking in more challenging unsealed roads and state forest trails\n•\tKanangra Boyd National Park – Morong Falls Trail 7.3klm return. Boyd River Loop 21klm. Mumbedah Loop 15klm. Mount Emperor Loop 12.5klm. \n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":750},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FCycling%20TS.jpg?alt=media&token=5f7ef1a0-6c2d-40ce-b680-8b5bfdabe2da"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.visitoberon.com/tours-activities/sightseeing/walking-hiking-cycling/"}]},{"address":"Oberon Visitor Information Centre - Oberon","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.70879721059436,"longitude":149.8576665},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Tours Local tour operators available:\n•\tHorse Riding and Quad Biking on local farm stays\nwww.highcountrytrailrides.com.au OR www.yarrabin.com \n•\tTag-along-4WD safaris to suit all levels, gold panning, fishing, vineyards, scenic national parks, camping adventures, seasonal guided mushroom foraging tours\nBuses available for larger groups \nwww.detouradventures.com.au OR www.simmosoffroadtours.com OR www.hellarewetours.com\n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":750},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FForage%20TS.jpg?alt=media&token=7ba2db2d-fe65-4346-8f94-b136dde37b51"},{"type":"link","content":"https://simmosoffroadtours.com/"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.detouradventures.com.au/"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.yarrabin.com/"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.highcountrytrailrides.com.au/"}]},{"address":"Oberon Dam","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.72222621059977,"longitude":149.86602065000005},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Fishing and Kayaking Lake Oberon:\nDiscover great fishing spots and try your hand at catching Trout all year round in Lake Oberon. Scenic peaceful locations such as lake’s edge by the golf course, Reef Reserve, or the secluded Kelly’s Bay. If you have a kayak, take a paddle out where you may spot platypus and an abundance of birdlife. Primitive short-stay camping is available at The Reef Reserve. A perfect way to end the day, BBQ your catch, dine at the picnic area and watch the sunset over the lake. \nIf you forget your fishing gear, Oberon has businesses where you can stock up on bait, lures, camping items and you can even pick up a map of Lake Oberon and also a fishing license should you need one. \n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":750},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FOberon%20Dam.jpg?alt=media&token=0a85b346-9a45-42ff-ae2e-338504074f64"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.waternsw.com.au/supply/visit/oberon-dam"}]},{"address":"Vulcan State Forest","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-33.871253660659576,"longitude":149.76429615000004},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"State Forest Activities:\nEnjoy free recreation and activities in our State Forests such as foraging for edible European mushrooms during autumn, walking, cycling, horse riding, and 4WD Trails, fossicking for gemstones, and camping amongst nature. State forests often have fireplaces for BBQs and picturesque spots to enjoy your lunch. Just bring a picnic rug and experience our great outdoors.\nwww.forestrycorporation.com.au \n\nPhoto Credit: Priseilla Seghabi\n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":999},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FShooters%20Hill%202%20-%20Priseilla%20Seghabi.jpeg?alt=media&token=fddae7dc-d828-4d02-a4e2-c7562889b5ad"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.forestrycorporation.com.au/"}]},{"address":"Yerranderie","location":{"longitudeDelta":0.14321712068773834,"latitudeDelta":0.09219986310369421,"latitude":-34.12063540726577,"longitude":150.2286491246822},"media":[{"type":"text","content":"Scenic Drives on sealed roads OR adventurous off-road 4WD Trails:\nAcquire a good map and venture out into our region. Discover some of the most picturesque scenery found anywhere else in NSW. Take in historic villages, country pubs and cafes, farmers markets, galleries, and wine tasting at unique cool-climate vineyards. \nWorth the journey is a drive out onto the historic Oberon-Colong stock route where you will find the hidden gem of Yerranderie. This restored old silver mining ghost town offers accommodation and bush camping at its best. Share your camp with curious wildlife, take a tour of the town and quaint museum, see relics of the silver mine and learn about Yerranderie’s fascinating pioneering history. Sixty hectic years between the 1890s and the 1950’s contrast strongly with the sleepy serenity of today. A truly gracious unhurried place set in an unspoiled world of high sandstone mesas and deep valleys. \nDiscover the Silerian Way – a scenic self-drive Caves to Caves 4-day adventure. Your choice of sealed roads or 4WD tracks. Begin your journey at Oberon, the highest town in the Blue Mountains. Take the Edith road down to Jenolan Caves for an underworld experience and enjoy an overnight stay. Optional detours to Kanangra Boyd national park and also Yerranderie. Take the high road to Shooters Hill and Abercrombie road, south. Explore awesome guided and self-guided tours of the Wombeyan Caves and camp over or book into self-contained cabins. Drive on through bushranger country and visit heritage towns such as Taralga, Laggan, and Crookwell where you can stock up with food for your stay at Abercrombie Caves. Return to Oberon via the pretty little village of Rockley.\nwww.jenolancaves.org.au www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au \n\nPhoto Credit: Cheyanne Booth\n"},{"metadata":{"width":1000,"height":1333},"type":"img","version":1,"content":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/freeguides-prod.appspot.com/o/assets%2Ftours%2Flow0kudshCqoo9Wvzjdi%2FBowtells%20swing%20bridge%20located%20on%20the%206%20foot%20track%20-%20Cheyanne%20Booth.jpeg?alt=media&token=1099fbe5-dcf6-4902-95f2-99d1d73466c2"},{"type":"link","content":"https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/historic-buildings-places/yerranderie-private-town"}]}]