Tap into the Mountain of Opportunities!
Stay put and relax… right here at the Warrumbungles Mountain Motel
There’s so much to explore close by the Warrumbungles Mountain Motel including beautiful natural and creative spaces to explore, delicious foods and natural wonders. We’ve created a colour coded map to show you potential spots to visit. You could pick and choose your combination in any order you like. Some locations have a cost or re-quire booking however a lot is free and open to the public. Whether you choose us as a stopover or a destination there is a mountain of opportunities to tap into!
Tap into the Mountain of Opportunities!
Activity
You can easily spend your time engaging in the beautiful space of the Warrumbungles Mountain Motel grounds. Whether you want to be active or just chill there are a variety of activities:
- Dip in the pool
- Trampoline / sandpit / games / playground
- Play a game on the 1⁄2 sized Tennis court
- Check out the awesome Bird watching – with many beautiful birds who visit
- Sit on the banks of the Castlereagh River and watch nature all around you.
- Star Gazing and astrophotography right outside your room door or tent flap.
- Lay back and read a book.
- Dine-in right here at the Warrumbungles Mountain Motel.
Or hit the road and explore one or more of the locations on these potential Day tours…
Donna the Astronomer
- Indulge in Celestial Adventures with Donna at Warrumbungle Mountain Motel!
- We’re delighted to announce an exclusive partnership with Donna the Astronomer, the guiding light of the Milroy Observatory in Coonabarabran. Now, you can elevate your stay at Warrumbungle Mountain Motel by booking a personalized stargazing tour with Donna.
- Imagine stepping outside your room and into the enchanting world of the outback sky. Donna’s expertise transforms your evening into a cosmic journey, unraveling the mysteries of the stars above. Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or a first-time stargazer, Donna’s tours cater to all levels of curiosity.
- What’s even more exciting? Donna is now available for bookings at Warrumbungle Mountain Motel, offering you the opportunity to make your stay truly stellar. Enhance your experience with a private stargazing session tailored to your preferences.
- We’re working towards fostering an ongoing relationship with Donna, aiming to make her captivating stargazing tours a regular feature at our motel. Stay tuned for more celestial wonders as we endeavor to bring the magic of the night sky closer to you.
- Book your stargazing adventure with Donna at Warrumbungle Mountain Motel and let the cosmos unfold right before your eyes.
GREEN Day Tour
Warrumbungle NP and Observatory tour
- Tibuc Gardens – has a variety of locally handcrafted gifts and a delightful cafe
- Siding Springs Observatory – great views, everything spacey with a cafe and opportunity for guided tours (booking required)
- Warrumbungle National Park – explore the stunning WNPS Visitors information Centre with interactive and informative displays; explore a variety of walks catering for a full range of walking capabilities.
- Geological features self guided tour. The National
- Park and area is rich with ancient history of geology. Download the app and discover insights into features you see throughout the park.
Purple Day Tour
Coonabarabran
- Check out the latest art in the SPACE Gallery and the Visitors Info Centre.
- Crystal Kingdom – crystals, gemstones, jewellery and geological display.
- Great retail shops including independent fashion houses and gift stores.
- Visitors Information Centre – Diprotodon Display, historical displays and latest exhibition.
- Great variety of Cafes for Brunch & Lunch
- Take a photo of yourself in front of the Mural across town & the iconic Clock tower #ilovecoonabarabran
- Neilson Park by the River – playground, exercise equipment, Yarning Circle.
- Historic building self walk (guide from Visitors Info Centre)Skate Park
PINK Day Tour
North West loop
- Milroy Observatory (night time) Guided night sky viewing
- Pilliga Forest Baradine Discovery Centre – sometimes hosting an art exhibition the Discovery Centre is amust see for an interactive display of the natural his-story of the area.
- Baradine Bird Tour – Self Drive (Pick up Tour map from Discovery Centre) perfect for the bird lovers.
- Sculptures in the Scrub – stunning sculptures set above and in the Dandry Gorge within the Pilliga For-est. (Dirt road access)
- Sandstone Caves – natural caves and treat for photog- raphers and an easy walk.
- Pilliga Pottery – Cafe, pottery, bushwalks & much more a must see (Dirt road access but so worth it!)
- Local cafes in the main street of Baradine.
Orange day tour
South West Loop
- Emu Logic – Emu Farm
- Tooraweenah – Great views of the Warrumbungles and nice pub
- Hickeys Falls (impressive when water flowing)
- Come Back Via Coonabarabran or return trip
PALE PINK Day Tour
Mendooran
- Blue Sky Cheese – hand crafted, award winning blue, feta and more cheeses.
- Black Gate Distillery – Hand crafted whisky and rum. Tastings and sales on arrangment.
- Crackers Cafe & Bakery
- A beautiful village with a classic country pub, unique building such as the Art deco Mechanics Institute Hall, murals and part of the CWC – Central West self guided cycling route
BROWN Day Tour
Binnaway – Coolah
- Gulargambone Mural town tour – Follow the Galah sculpture trail and then explore the fabulous murals all over this little rural town along with the iconic bullock team sculpture.
- 2828 Cafe Gulargambone
- Armatree Hotel – An iconic rural hotel hosting fabulous and innovative events.
- Gilgandra – Visitors Info Centre with art exhibitions, Cooee ANZACS & Indigenous historic displays, Cafes & shops, Cactus World – by appointment only.
BLUE Day Tour - Gulargambone - Tooraweenah - Gilgandra
- Binnaway – Historic railway town, quaint pubs, stores and streetscapes, river views.
- ‘Bilby Blooms’ Extensive Australian Native Plant nursery – Guided tours
- Coolah Black Stump
- Bakery and cafes, Pandora Gallery, Shops and Pubs
- Coolah Tops National Park
