Profile of Tocumwal

Tocumwal, which is located 257kms from Melbourne on the New South Wales border, is the first stop on one of Australia's major inland routes, the Newell Highway. The history of tourism in the region goes back over 100 years, with visitors attracted to the magnificent sandy beaches, with 24 located within 5 minutes East and West of Tocumwal, all surrounded by some of the most impressive Red Gum Forests on the Murray.

Tocumwal from the sky The Murray River and the tradition of free bush camping and water based activities continues to attract generation after generation back to enjoy the water skiing, canoeing, swimming, camping, caravanning, bush walking and the vast array of native wildlife including over 150 different bird species.

Tocumwal and district offers some of the best quality accommodation on the Murray with over 14 motels or self contained unit style and 5 caravan parks with beautifully landscaped surrounds, pools, spas, tennis or red gum forest in the Tocumwal area alone. Prices are very competitive and service is of the highest standard and we offer something for every budget.

Today Tocumwal and the surrounding towns of the Berrigan Shire features a diverse range of attractions for visitors seeking recreation or just a quiet relaxing getaway.

Tocumwal retains many of it's original features in it's four historic pubs, the main street-scape and rail station and bridge. The beautifully maintained Tocumwal Foreshore is a popular attraction with it's free BBQ's, childrens play equipment and regular monthly markets with over 100 stalls.

Visitors are welcome to enjoy a wide variety of attractions including open gardens and display gardens, working woodturners, art studios, pottery, emu farms, a model train display, antiques, wineries plus much much more. Popular activities include golf, bowls, horse riding, gliding, flying, horse racing, river cruises and mini golf.

Climate

Tocumwal can happily quote averages of "More sunny days than the Gold Coast" and although the occasional winter day is a little crisp and the occasional summer day can be bit hot, "We love it!"
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