About Bathurst & the Central West
Bathurst is a heritage-rich town in NSW's Central West, surrounded by accessible walking trails and positioned near Mount Panorama. The area combines local history with outdoor recreation, making it a solid base for road trippers exploring inland New South Wales.
Walks & Trails
Town walks are within easy reach: Pedrottas Lane, Alan Wright Walkway, Keppel Street, and Machattie Lane are all 1km away. Slightly further out, Evans Walk, Hawkins Walk, and John Cousins Walking Track sit around 4km away. The Mount Panorama Boardwalk at 7km offers elevated views, while longer pursuits include Kath Knowles Pathway and Russell Carrig Walkway.
Camping
Bathurst Showgrounds Camping Area is on the doorstep. For caravans and larger rigs, NRMA Bathurst Panorama Holiday Park is 4km away. Multiple campgrounds cluster around 5km out, including Chase Campground, Max Cameron Campground C, and Orchard Campground.
Attractions & Things to See
The Boer War Memorial and Bathurst War Memorial Carillon are central landmarks. The Bathurst Sheep and Cattle Drome is 10km away, and Winburndale Winery sits 15km out.
Golf
Bathurst Golf Club is 3km from town. Regional courses include Wattle Flat Golf Course (38km) and Blayney Golf Club (49km).
Pubs & Dining
The town centre has several options within 1km: Knickerbocker Hotel, Church Bar, Shanahans Family Hotel, The 1880 Hotel, Webb & Co, and Jack Duggan's Irish Pub.