A guide to your stay at Langholm

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A guide to your stay at Langholm

Sightseeing

The vast cypress pine forests of the Pilliga Scrub lie to the north-west of town (see entry on Baradine). Detailed maps, drinking water and dry weather are a necessity. The scrub is at its most delightful in spring and it is home to a wide range of wildlife, including large koala colonies.
Pilliga Scrub
The vast cypress pine forests of the Pilliga Scrub lie to the north-west of town (see entry on Baradine). Detailed maps, drinking water and dry weather are a necessity. The scrub is at its most delightful in spring and it is home to a wide range of wildlife, including large koala colonies.
Take a short walk around the Sculptures in the Scrub in Timmallallie National Park – award-winning sculptures that celebrate Aboriginal culture and history. Visit https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/sculptures-in-the-scrub-walking-track for more information.
Sculptures in the Scrub walking track
Take a short walk around the Sculptures in the Scrub in Timmallallie National Park – award-winning sculptures that celebrate Aboriginal culture and history. Visit https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/sculptures-in-the-scrub-walking-track for more information.
The 25 metre high Coonamble Water Tower was painted by John Murray and Sooty Welsh. It was completed in June 2017 and took 11 days to complete. Background spaying was by Bob Barrett. It was commissioned by the Coonamble Shire Council and features Australia Pink and Grey Galahs, fence posts to signify the rural aspect of Coonamble, plus the sun, moon and the southern cross. Aboriginal Dreamtime artwork is also a feature on the water tank, this part was completed by local artist Sooty Walsh.
Silo art. Painted water tower by John Murray
The 25 metre high Coonamble Water Tower was painted by John Murray and Sooty Welsh. It was completed in June 2017 and took 11 days to complete. Background spaying was by Bob Barrett. It was commissioned by the Coonamble Shire Council and features Australia Pink and Grey Galahs, fence posts to signify the rural aspect of Coonamble, plus the sun, moon and the southern cross. Aboriginal Dreamtime artwork is also a feature on the water tank, this part was completed by local artist Sooty Walsh.
Pilliga Pottery consists of a mudbrick workshop and showrooms and a bush cafe serving Devonshire teas. They are open seven days a week, tel: (02) 6842 2239. Head north-east towards Narrabri on the Newell Highway and take the signposted left 23 km from Coonabarabran.
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Pilliga Pottery
Dandry Road
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Pilliga Pottery consists of a mudbrick workshop and showrooms and a bush cafe serving Devonshire teas. They are open seven days a week, tel: (02) 6842 2239. Head north-east towards Narrabri on the Newell Highway and take the signposted left 23 km from Coonabarabran.
Hickey's Falls are located at the end of a short walking track which departs from a roadside stop, 42 km south-west of Coonabarabran on the Oxley Highway, en route to Gilgandra.  Picnic and barbecue facilities available.
Hickeys Fall
Hickey's Falls are located at the end of a short walking track which departs from a roadside stop, 42 km south-west of Coonabarabran on the Oxley Highway, en route to Gilgandra.  Picnic and barbecue facilities available.
The caves, formed by the natural erosion of a soft sandstone area. They are located north-west via the Newell Highway, tel: (02) 6849 2144 or 1800 242 881.
Sandstone Caves walking track
The caves, formed by the natural erosion of a soft sandstone area. They are located north-west via the Newell Highway, tel: (02) 6849 2144 or 1800 242 881.
24 km west, in the Warrumbungle Range, is Siding Spring Observatory, a complex of international importance which has the largest optical research telescope in Australia (3.9 m). It is a hands-on experience with an interactive exhibition, a theatrette, a science gift shop and cafeteria. They are open from 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m Monday to Friday. Behind the Scenes Tour: 11.00 a.m. Monday to Friday, for bookings contact (02) 6842 6211.
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Siding Spring Observatory
Observatory Rd
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24 km west, in the Warrumbungle Range, is Siding Spring Observatory, a complex of international importance which has the largest optical research telescope in Australia (3.9 m). It is a hands-on experience with an interactive exhibition, a theatrette, a science gift shop and cafeteria. They are open from 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m Monday to Friday. Behind the Scenes Tour: 11.00 a.m. Monday to Friday, for bookings contact (02) 6842 6211.
27 km west of Coonabarabran is Warrumbungle National Park, one of the state's most popular parks. It is easily accessible, has good facilities and provides excellent opportunities for family recreation. The Warrumbungle Range is a 130-km spur of the Great Dividing Range. Of volcanic origin there are some striking formations made of trachyte - a fast-drying lava which plugs volcanic craters and remains after the softer surrounding cones have eroded, leaving some remarkable ridges, spires and domes; the best-known being the Breadknife, 90 m high and one metre thick. Splendid wildflowers bloom in spring and early summer. There are 180 species of birds and plenty of other fauna, including koalas and kangaroos. Soon after you enter the park there is a signposted parking area to the left at the start of the short walking track to the outstanding Whitegum Lookout (1.1 km return). In all there are 30 km of walking tracks of varying lengths, qualities and grades of difficulty. They are outlined in material available from the visitors' centre in the park or at Coonabarabran. 8 km west of the lookout is the visitors' centre which has information relating to the park's lay-out, natural features and accommodation. Fees for all visitors are payable here. It is open from 8.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. daily, tel: (02) 6825 4364 . Canyon Camp is a day-use picnic area with free electric barbecues. The discovery program operates throughout the year, particularly in school holidays. It includes ranger-guided walks and activities, Aboriginal cultural walks, children's activities and information and slide evenings.
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Warrumbungle National Park
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27 km west of Coonabarabran is Warrumbungle National Park, one of the state's most popular parks. It is easily accessible, has good facilities and provides excellent opportunities for family recreation. The Warrumbungle Range is a 130-km spur of the Great Dividing Range. Of volcanic origin there are some striking formations made of trachyte - a fast-drying lava which plugs volcanic craters and remains after the softer surrounding cones have eroded, leaving some remarkable ridges, spires and domes; the best-known being the Breadknife, 90 m high and one metre thick. Splendid wildflowers bloom in spring and early summer. There are 180 species of birds and plenty of other fauna, including koalas and kangaroos. Soon after you enter the park there is a signposted parking area to the left at the start of the short walking track to the outstanding Whitegum Lookout (1.1 km return). In all there are 30 km of walking tracks of varying lengths, qualities and grades of difficulty. They are outlined in material available from the visitors' centre in the park or at Coonabarabran. 8 km west of the lookout is the visitors' centre which has information relating to the park's lay-out, natural features and accommodation. Fees for all visitors are payable here. It is open from 8.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. daily, tel: (02) 6825 4364 . Canyon Camp is a day-use picnic area with free electric barbecues. The discovery program operates throughout the year, particularly in school holidays. It includes ranger-guided walks and activities, Aboriginal cultural walks, children's activities and information and slide evenings.
Crystal Kingdom houses 'Minerals of the Warrumbungles' - a collection of the world's most colourful and rare zeolite crystals, found locally. There is a huge crystal cave, as well as local fossils and a gift shop which has jewellery, including set and unset gemstones. A guide is on hand to explain the geological history of the Warrumbungles and the development and qualities of the crystals. It is located at the corner of Chappell St (the Oxley Highway) and North St, 500 m north of the bridge, and is open from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. daily, tel: (02) 6842 1927.
Crystal Kingdom
16 Chappell Avenue
Crystal Kingdom houses 'Minerals of the Warrumbungles' - a collection of the world's most colourful and rare zeolite crystals, found locally. There is a huge crystal cave, as well as local fossils and a gift shop which has jewellery, including set and unset gemstones. A guide is on hand to explain the geological history of the Warrumbungles and the development and qualities of the crystals. It is located at the corner of Chappell St (the Oxley Highway) and North St, 500 m north of the bridge, and is open from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. daily, tel: (02) 6842 1927.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo is an immersive experience with open range exhibits in the heart of Central West NSW.
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Taronga Western Plains dýragarður
Obley Road
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Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo is an immersive experience with open range exhibits in the heart of Central West NSW.
The natural health-giving waters that flow into the Pilliga Artesian Bore Baths have been doing so for well over a century. This facility is found just East of the village of Pilliga along the Pilliga Road (approximately 56 kilometres from Wee Waa/sealed road). There is no charge to enter the Bore for a day visit.
PILLIGA HOT BORE BATHS
Narrabri Rd
The natural health-giving waters that flow into the Pilliga Artesian Bore Baths have been doing so for well over a century. This facility is found just East of the village of Pilliga along the Pilliga Road (approximately 56 kilometres from Wee Waa/sealed road). There is no charge to enter the Bore for a day visit.
2 km west of Coonabarabran, on the National Park Rd, is the Skywatch Observatory. Its attractions include hands-on usage of powerful telescopes as well as simulated computer games, a theatrette, a pictorial history of astronomy, a special planetarium, a gift shop, snacks and a mini-golf course with an astronomy theme. The observatory is open each day from 10.30 a.m. until late. with night-sky viewing from sundown (astronomy session times vary seasonally), tel: (02) 6842 3303. For more information check out http://www.lisp.com.au./~skywatch
Skywatch Observatory Domestays
9 Koala Crescent
2 km west of Coonabarabran, on the National Park Rd, is the Skywatch Observatory. Its attractions include hands-on usage of powerful telescopes as well as simulated computer games, a theatrette, a pictorial history of astronomy, a special planetarium, a gift shop, snacks and a mini-golf course with an astronomy theme. The observatory is open each day from 10.30 a.m. until late. with night-sky viewing from sundown (astronomy session times vary seasonally), tel: (02) 6842 3303. For more information check out http://www.lisp.com.au./~skywatch
The Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre is the best place for visitors and tourists to collect information about the Pilliga Forest before setting off on their adventure.
Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre
50 Wellington St
The Pilliga Forest Discovery Centre is the best place for visitors and tourists to collect information about the Pilliga Forest before setting off on their adventure.

City/town information

Baradine is an ideal base for anyone seeking a tranquil escape into the Pilliga Forest. Enjoy bird watching and scenic forest drives and discover hidden gems such as weather-worn caves. You may even meet some local inhabitants of The Pilliga such as koalas, kangaroos, possums, emus, echidnas, goannas and a species of mouse unique to The Pilliga, the Pilliga Mouse.
Baradine
Baradine is an ideal base for anyone seeking a tranquil escape into the Pilliga Forest. Enjoy bird watching and scenic forest drives and discover hidden gems such as weather-worn caves. You may even meet some local inhabitants of The Pilliga such as koalas, kangaroos, possums, emus, echidnas, goannas and a species of mouse unique to The Pilliga, the Pilliga Mouse.
Coonamble is home to Australia’s biggest rodeo and campdraft and near three natural wonders, the Warrumbungle National Park, the Macquarie Marshes and Pilliga Forest. The small country town of art deco buildings, classic country pubs and rural hospitality is Australia’s nickname capital, too.
Coonamble
Coonamble is home to Australia’s biggest rodeo and campdraft and near three natural wonders, the Warrumbungle National Park, the Macquarie Marshes and Pilliga Forest. The small country town of art deco buildings, classic country pubs and rural hospitality is Australia’s nickname capital, too.
Coonabarabran ('Coona' to locals) is widely recognised as an ideal place for stargazing thanks to its pristine air, high altitude (505m) and low humidity, and several observatories have been established in the area. Sitting on land owned traditionally by the Gamilaroi people, it's an old-fashioned, welcoming sort of a country town, where the locals are likely to strike up a conversation with travellers over icy beer in one of its main-street pubs.
Coonabarabran
Coonabarabran ('Coona' to locals) is widely recognised as an ideal place for stargazing thanks to its pristine air, high altitude (505m) and low humidity, and several observatories have been established in the area. Sitting on land owned traditionally by the Gamilaroi people, it's an old-fashioned, welcoming sort of a country town, where the locals are likely to strike up a conversation with travellers over icy beer in one of its main-street pubs.