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BUCHAN
Snowy
River Country
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The township
of Buchan is situated in the Buchan River valley. That river collects the
Murrindal River before joining the Snowy River about 15 kilometres from
the township at Balleyhooley Camping area. See picture below. The junction
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the fascinating limestone caves; there are many scenic touring options
including the road to Gelantipy & Wulgulmerang; Tulloch Ard Forest
Drive; The Timbarra Valley and the Buchan to Orbost Road. Call at the
General Store for some supplies and a good map before exploring the
region. |
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McKillops Bridge is a popular camping, canoeing and four-wheel driving destination on
the Snowy River.
Follow the Gelantipy
Road to Wulgulmerang. Then follow the narrow and winding road to McKillops
Bridge.
It's a spectacular drive
but take extreme caution as there are many blind corners to negotiate.
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Having overcome
the hazards of the road to McKillops Bridge, some wonderful
scenery of the Snowy River can be enjoyed. The round trip via Bonang,
Gelantipy, Buchan and Orbost will impress on your memory for a lifetime.
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McKillops
Bridge Road continues past the bridge with
spectacular scenery of the Deddick River Valley. The road has a gravel
surface but is suitable for most cars if taken
carefully.
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Travel Tip 1 |
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If travelling beyond McKillops Bridge
towards Bonang, consider following the Amboyne
Settlement Road which leaves McKillops Bridge Road to rejoin that road
further along after passing through some great scenery with spectacular
mountain views. Ask at Buchan for more precise
directions or obtain a copy of the Hema Map 'East Gippsland'. |
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Travel Tip
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at Buchan and explore the Buchan Caves Reserve. Even if you haven't got
time for a superb Caves guided tour, the gardens and surrounds of the
reserve make a pleasant break from driving. |