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One of the spectacular formations inside the Figtree Cave at Wombeyan Caves Karst Conservation Reserve.

Although it's not as adventurous as the various nearby wild cave systems such as those at Tuglow and Bungonia, it's a top spot for camping, wildlife watching and for learning about the geology and history of these remote and magnificent caves.

The caves had been a special place to the local Gundungurra people for hundreds of generations, but there is little evidence they used the caves themselves for shelter.

Europeans first discovered Wombeyan Caves in 1828 when explorer John Oxley and pioneering grazier John Macarthur explored the areas between Berrima and Oberon looking for grazing land. They stumbled upon the massive entrance to the Figtree Cave, the Victoria Arch, at the end of a cleared box canyon.

In 1868 the area was set aside by the colonial NSW government as a reserve and was staffed by a caretaker, Mr Charles Chalker. Chalker explored the area extensively and discovered many of the dozens of caves in the Wombeyan system.

The area became very popular with tourists and geologists alike, and in 1900 a road was opened, linking Wombeyan Caves to Mittagong in the east. An account of this newly-pushed-through road is found in one of my favourite books, "Landlopers" by John Le Gay Brereton, published in 1899.

I have read newspaper letters to the editor from the 1910s where the writers bitterly whinge about the state of the Wombeyan Caves Road between the Caves and Mittagong. Over 100 years later, people are still whingeing about it haha. I call it The Road Of Doom and it's a picturesque drive which is even a little adventurous at times.

The Wombeyan Caves themselves were popular throughout the first half of the 20th Century and the Figtree Cave in the photo was opened to the public as a guided show cave in 1968 and it's been inspiring visitors ever since.

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Farmstay at Fleece, Flock & Fibre an historic railway station in Taralga

Taralga

« Amazing stay, Lynda and Paul are great hosts! The guest house was clean, well-maintained and had very thoughtful amenities. It was so cute seeing the lambs and sheep around. Great directions on finding the place and the property itself is so serene and peaceful. This may be one of the best stays I’ve had in a while, and we would have loved to stay longer. Super close to Taralga Wildlife Park & about 35mins away from Wombeyan Caves, both are attractions worth the travel! »

Tina C.

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1 févr. - 2 févr.

Moon Shadow by Tiny Away

Limerick

Koji

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1 févr. - 2 févr.

1940"s Renovated Cottage In Beautiful Historic Taralga.

Taralga

Christine H.

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2 févr. - 3 févr.

Abercrombie Ridge - Lux LODGE and Spa Retreat - Pet-friendly

Curraweela

LeeAnn Y.

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31 janv. - 1 févr.

TARALGA TERRACES - THE BANK

Taralga

Robyn C.

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31 janv. - 1 févr.

Tiny Charlotte Summar

Dalton

Robyn

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1 févr. - 2 févr.

Quest Goulburn

Goulburn

Jason

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19 févr. - 20 févr.

Waratah Cottage - close to Goulburn CBD in a quiet location

Goulburn

Carmel

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30 janv. - 31 janv.

Suite Standard, 2 chambres, balcon, vue lac (Lake Villa)

Capital Country Holiday Park

Sutton

Damon

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11 févr. - 12 févr.

Beckford Tiny House 2 by Tiny Away

Marchmont

« Our stay in a Tiny Home on Lea and her family’s property was lovely. The place was small but had everything we needed, and had the most glorious views. Waking up to sheep grazing and birds chirping was entirely restorative. The location gave us ready access to the local areas of Yass and Murrumbateman, with plenty to do (and eat and drink!) Lea was friendly, communicative and hospitable and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. »

Hannah M.

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1 févr. - 2 févr.

1BR bungalow farmstay. Located 40mins north of Canberra

Gundaroo

« The perfect stay and host as I made my way down driving from Syd to Melb. Narelle was so responsive and prepared free breakfast according to my dietary requirements (halal) without me asking. I ended up staying another night as the comfort and warmth of the home, animals and nature was too beautiful to resist. It’s beautiful to see the mutual care and connection between Narelle and the rescued animals. Thanks so much »

Fathiah R.

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2 févr. - 3 févr.