Three More Captivating Landscapes in Inland NSW You Need to See

Bald Rock National Park

Inland NSW is filled with remarkable scenery, from enormous granite formations and vast inland waterways to mysterious natural rock landscapes. These three destinations offer unforgettable experiences for travellers exploring the New England High Country.

1) Bald Rock National Park, Tenterfield

Rising more than 200 metres above the surrounding bushland, Bald Rock is Australia's largest granite monolith. Around 250 million years old, the enormous rock stretches about 750 metres long and 500 metres wide, creating a spectacular landscape in Bald Rock National Park.

A challenging walking track leads to the summit, where visitors can enjoy sweeping views across the surrounding countryside. Keep watch for rock wallabies and other native wildlife along the way.

Where to stay: Gabarraa Luxury Escape offers an architectural timber tiny home experience on a farm, while Tenterfield provides dining options including the award-winning Stonefruit wine bar.

2) Lake Copeton, Inverell

Lake Copeton

Lake Copeton is one of the largest inland dams in NSW, covering about 46 square kilometres in the Gwydir Valley. On calm, clear days, the enormous lake can create a mirror-like reflection of the surrounding sky and hills.

The lake is a popular destination for fishing, sailing, waterskiing, canoeing, swimming and other water activities. Visitors can also enjoy bushwalking, camping and picnicking, while the lookout beside the 113 metre-high dam wall provides impressive views.

Where to stay: Reflections Copeton Waters Holiday Park sits on 900 hectares beside the lake, with cabins, powered and unpowered camping sites, a playground and splashpad.

3) Australian Standing Stones, Glen Innes

The Australian Standing Stone

In the New England High Country near Glen Innes, enormous granite stones create a distinctive landscape reminiscent of ancient stone circles. Some of the formations stand more than five metres high, while natural erosion over thousands of years has shaped their unusual forms.

The Australian Standing Stones form part of the National Celtic Monument and provide a fascinating place to explore the region's granite landscape.

Where to stay: Tui Lodge offers farm-stay accommodation on a 12-hectare property populated by alpacas, goats, sheep and other animals. Nearby Glen Gowrie Distillery in the Furracabad Valley provides another local experience.

Explore Inland NSW

From the enormous granite walls of Bald Rock to the sparkling waters of Lake Copeton and the unusual formations of the Australian Standing Stones, these three destinations showcase the extraordinary variety of inland NSW landscapes.

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