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Outlying Attractions

Lightning Ridge

Attractions near Lightning Ridge

While there are plenty of attractions in Lightning Ridge to enthral any visitor for several days, the is also a little bit of madness in some of the outlying areas; not to mention some must-see attractions and experiences.

The Grawin Loop:

No trip to Lightning Ridge would be complete without a trip to The Grawin... if you think the Ridge is unique... you have to see places like 'The Pub in the Scrub', 'The Glengarry Hilton' and 'Sheepyard Flat'. Grawin was the areas first opal field and is loacated about 90kms from Lighning Ridge via Cumborah.

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The Hebel Tour

If arriving from, or departing to, the north via the Castlereagh highway, there are some wonderful sights to see along the way. Lake Corcoran is current full and has been for the last couple of years; although it has been many years since this normally dry paddock has had water in it. When empty, access to the area west of the lake is possible where the Corcoran Opal field is located; an area also great to explore.

Closer to the Queensland border is the quiet town of Angledool with some wonderful old pastoral buildings to explore.

Just past the Queensland border is the town of Hebel, a town with a very interesting history as it was once, claimed to be, the home of Dan Kelly and Steve Hart, members of the infamous Kelly gang. It is believed to have been originally named Kelly's Point but renamed in the 1890's to Hebel, the name of German settles in the area.

Cafe 64

Phone: 02 6828 3440 - 64 Wee Waa St, Walgett NSW

Cafe-17-1 Cafe-17-2 A community based Not-for-profit business offering employment and training opportunities to people with a disability while offering good coffee and delicious meals to patrons in a fresh and welcoming environment.

Glengarry Hilton

Phone: 02 6829 3983 - Glengarry Opal Fields. (60+kms from Lightning Ridge)

glengarry-hilton glengarry-hilton2 Experience the delights of the Glengarry "Hilton", nestled in the heart of the infamous Glengarry Opal field. Nothing like the Sydney Hilton but with lots more atmosphere, the Glengarry Hilton is a unique pub & its inhabitants will keep you intrigued for hours.

Opening Hours: 11 am till late.

Features: Backpacker style air-conditioned accommodation $16.00 p.p includes breakfast. Meals & snacks are available everyday & can cater for large groups.

Grawin Opal Miner's Club

Phone: 02 6829 3810 - Grawin Opal Fields (60+kms from Lightning Ridge)

grawin-club grawin-club2 Have a yarn with the miners, or some laughs in the games room over a game of table tennis, snooker or darts. Check out the wildlife on our golf course while you sip a refreshing ale.

Opening Hours: 11am till late Everyday

Features: Bistro Thursday to Saturday night and Sunday lunch. Fresh sandwiches available daily. Free camping, Golf Course, Tuesday night Bingo and Saturday night entertainment.

The Sheepyard Inn

Phone: 02 6829 3932 - Sheepyard Opal Fields (60+kms from Lightning Ridge)

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Come and visit one of Australia's most unique bush establishments.

Ice cold beer, groceries & gas and local tourist information. Don't forget to meet your hosts Roundy & Janene.

Sweeney's Arts and Crafts

Sweeney's Arts & Crafts - Lightning Ridge Phone: 0429 854 750 - Glengarry Opal Fields. (60+kms from Lightning Ridge)

Located on the wild and wooly opal fields of Glengarry, Sweeney’s stock a wide range of crafts including, Jewelery - painting - knitting - sewing - glass art - home made jams, pickles etc. and a delightful range of greeting cards.

Also available, we have OPALS. Direct from the miners to you.

Hebel Caravan Park

Phone: 07 4625 0920 - William Street Hebel

After a long trip why not pull up your stumps at the Hebel Caravan Park & GeneralStore.

Opening Hours: 7.00am - 8.30pm. Open everyday.

Features: Several twin air conditioned units, all bedding is supplied.12 powered sites & unlimited camping sites.

Hebel Hotel

Hebel Hotel Phone: 07 4625 0923 - William Street Hebel

Cross the border and visit beautiful Queensland and drop in for the most perfect cold beer & a friendly smile at the unique Hebel pub.

Built in 1894 as an original Cobb & co stop. Check out the history on the walls.

Opening Hours: Open everyday from 11am (except Monday from 12pm).

Features: Artwork by John Murray

Woolpack Dining Room & General Store

Phone: 07 4625 0920 - William Street Hebel

Woolpack Dining Room The shop & restaurant is open everyday from 7am-8.30pm serving some of the most delicious home cooked food in the west.

Opening Hours: 7.00am - 8.30pm.Open everyday

Features: Home style scrumptious meals, groceries & public phone.