Peak Hill, NSW
Peak Hill is a town of about 770 people on the Newell Highway, 49 km north of Parkes and 72 km south-west of Dubbo. Gold was found here in 1889, and the old mine sits right on the edge of town.
Known For
- The Open Cut Experience
- A halfway stop between Parkes and Dubbo
- Gold-mining history
Things To Do in Peak Hill
Open Cut Experience
A free, self-guided walk leads around the rim of five open-cut pits, with lookouts and signs that explain how the mine worked. It is open daily and takes about an hour.
Big Fish Fossil Hut
At the caravan park, a private collection displays fossils from around the world.
Town
The main street has the old hotels and shops of a gold town. Goobang National Park, in the Harvey Ranges to the east, has walking tracks and bush camping.
Where To Stay
Peak Hill Caravan Park is on Ween Street. There are also motels on the highway.
Parkes and Dubbo have many more places to stay.
Eat & Drink
The main street has a pub, a club, cafes and a bakery.
Getting to Peak Hill
Peak Hill is on the Newell Highway. Tullamore is 69 km west.
Experiences
- Historic/Heritage
- Rural/Country
Popular Activities
- Driving
- Golfing
- National Park
- Sightseeing
About Peak Hill
- Locality: Urban locality
- Peak Hill Postcode: 2869
- State: New South Wales
- Region: Country NSW
- Latitude: -32.72533
- Longitude: 148.18519
- Elevation: 274m
- Population: 1106
- Median Income: $23400
- Area (Sq/km): 1263.254
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
Accommodation In Peak Hill
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