Gilgandra: Home to Some of the Great Things in Australia
Gilgandra, Australia is a known agricultural community in the New South Wales region. Its name was acquired from Aboriginal roots, given the fact that the first settlers in the area were from the tribe. The town’s name translates into “long waterhole.” There are also many windmills in town which many tourists go to see. Gilgandra is a humble countryside for your next peaceful vacation.
Best Time to Visit
It is more often hot than cold over at Gilgandra, NSW. It is best to avoid the summer season as the heat may become too unbearable. Instead, have your trip to the town during the months of March to May or September to October. You can also avoid the huge crowd of travelers if you come during these months. Gilgandra AU hotels are more affordable as well. The town hosts the Gilgandra Cooee Festival October every year.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Warrumbungle National Park is just a short drive from Gilgandra. It is a huge protected area where you can do plenty of outdoor activities such as wildlife photography or spotting, bird watching, and rock climbing. Within the town, you can head on to Gilgandra Showgrounds, where you can set up your tent at night and sleep under the stars. You can also do barbeque parties or picnics at the Hunter Park. An outdoor pool and a free parking space await you at the budget-friendly Gilgandra Motel. Walking distance from many shops and restaurants and also a swimming pool is the Orana Windmill Motel. Enjoy the warm welcome of the hosts at Pericoe Retreat Bed & Breakfast where they also serve a delicious breakfast for free.