NSW Modern Mining Trail
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Overview
Highlights
The Modern Mining Trail is a self drive tourism experience that takes visitors on a journey to see the world class gold and copper mines, where advanced technology and a pursuit of excellence has enabled NSW to be on the world map in mining.
Spanning over 43,000km2 across Central New South Wales, the Modern Mining Trail features six mines as the signature attractions: Northparkes Mine and the Peak Hill Open Cut Experience (Parkes), Newcrest Mining's Cadia Valley Operations (Orange), Barrick Cowal Gold Mine (West Wyalong), Great Cobar Mine and Peak Gold Mines (Cobar).
Tour experiences are available at each of the major sites with booking information available from the website.
Visit the many associated attractions along the way including the Henry Parkes Centre, Peak Hill Open Cut Gallery and Tourist Centre, historical village of Ophir, Golden Memories Museum Millthorpe, West Wyalong Gold Tour and the Great Cobar Heritage Centre.
Activities
- Educational experience
- Road trip
- Guided tours (fees may apply)
Facilities
- Visitor Information Centres
- Car parks
- Toilets
Important Information
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the centres website for up to date information on the current conditions, pricing, opening and closing times.
- Wear suitable footwear and ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements.
- Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
- Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
- Ensure to let a responsible adult know of your plans and report back into them once you have finished exploring for the day.
Photo credits: Visit Parkes
Location & Supplier
NSW Modern Mining Trail
Address: Parkes Visitor Information Centre, Parkes, New South Wales 2870
