The Kidman Way is known as "Australia's Legendary Highway".
From Jerilderie in the south of New South Wales to Barringun in the north on the Queensland border "The Kidman Way' is a sealed road with a approximate distance of 780km's.
The Historical towns along "the Kidman Way" provide for campers, backpackers, caravanners, seniors, in accommodation and services for the visitor and their vehicles.
Camping areas, caravan parks, hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and farm stays.
Everything you need to have a great trip.
In my next few blogs I will tell you a little about each town on "The Kidman Way" from Jerilderie to Barringun.
Starting with Jerilderie.
One of Australia's legendary bush rangers in the late 1800's was Ned Kelly.
Jerilderie being Ned Kelly's area.( I have read a lot on Ned Kelly, and although he was a bush ranger and caused a lot of trouble, the Victorian Police Department at the time was full of corruption and this did not help Ned Kelly at all)
Jerilderie means " Reedy Place".
"The Willows "was formally a residence for a flour mill in the 1880's, now restored as a Tourist Office and Museum for Ned Kelly items.
Guided tours from the Tourist Office on Ned Kelly are regarded as a must when visiting.
Jerilderie has a man made lake which is home to native fish and it is re-stocked annually. The lake is for recreational purposes for the locals and visitors to enjoy.
Luke Park is a nice area to enjoy a meal. Last time we visited Luke Park there were two BBQ's provided by the local residences.
If you like to walk ( or ride a bush bike) to see more of the town "Horgans Walk" starts at Luke Park near the "Steel Wings".
Steel Wings being one of only two in the world( about 50' tall, diameter of about 25' and tail length about 24)' was originally used for stock and domestic water supplies on the nearby Goolgumbla Station.
Walk along to the Billabong taking your time to enjoy the surroundings.
Jerilderie has a Miniature Steam Railway track near the Willows. The track is just over 1km and is operated every 2nd Sunday in the month weather permitting.
Best to phone the Tourist Center to check if planning to visit the Miniature Steam Railway.
The Jerilderie Caravan Park we found to be very friendly with good amenities for campers, on site suites and accommodation for visitors.
The Model Glider Tournament is held usually in June. This tournament makes for an enjoyable weekend and a good start for your trip on "The Kidman Way"
From Jerilderie in the south of New South Wales to Barringun in the north on the Queensland border "The Kidman Way' is a sealed road with a approximate distance of 780km's.
The Historical towns along "the Kidman Way" provide for campers, backpackers, caravanners, seniors, in accommodation and services for the visitor and their vehicles.
Camping areas, caravan parks, hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and farm stays.
Everything you need to have a great trip.
In my next few blogs I will tell you a little about each town on "The Kidman Way" from Jerilderie to Barringun.
Starting with Jerilderie.
One of Australia's legendary bush rangers in the late 1800's was Ned Kelly.
Jerilderie being Ned Kelly's area.( I have read a lot on Ned Kelly, and although he was a bush ranger and caused a lot of trouble, the Victorian Police Department at the time was full of corruption and this did not help Ned Kelly at all)
Jerilderie means " Reedy Place".
"The Willows "was formally a residence for a flour mill in the 1880's, now restored as a Tourist Office and Museum for Ned Kelly items.
Guided tours from the Tourist Office on Ned Kelly are regarded as a must when visiting.
Jerilderie has a man made lake which is home to native fish and it is re-stocked annually. The lake is for recreational purposes for the locals and visitors to enjoy.
Luke Park is a nice area to enjoy a meal. Last time we visited Luke Park there were two BBQ's provided by the local residences.
If you like to walk ( or ride a bush bike) to see more of the town "Horgans Walk" starts at Luke Park near the "Steel Wings".
Steel Wings being one of only two in the world( about 50' tall, diameter of about 25' and tail length about 24)' was originally used for stock and domestic water supplies on the nearby Goolgumbla Station.
Walk along to the Billabong taking your time to enjoy the surroundings.
Jerilderie has a Miniature Steam Railway track near the Willows. The track is just over 1km and is operated every 2nd Sunday in the month weather permitting.
Best to phone the Tourist Center to check if planning to visit the Miniature Steam Railway.
The Jerilderie Caravan Park we found to be very friendly with good amenities for campers, on site suites and accommodation for visitors.
The Model Glider Tournament is held usually in June. This tournament makes for an enjoyable weekend and a good start for your trip on "The Kidman Way"
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