Nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, west of Mt. Kosciusko and 124 kilometres east of Albury/Wodonga, Corryong is a beautiful small town with much to offer the seeking tourist.

Drive to Corryong via the Murray Valley Highway or see the map with alternative entries.

Bikers heading for the Phillip Island races and coach companies find the alternative route from the north preferable to the Hume Highway. The distant mountain ranges, lush river valleys and good road surfaces add to an enjoyable trip.

Arriving in Corryong via the Western entrance with liquid ambers lining the divided road which show tremendous variation of colour throughout the Autumn months, you will find many places of interest and a host of activities.

In the centre of town you will find our Visitor Information Centre. The volunteer staff are most obliging and keen to help you have a wonderful holiday. The centre has a vast array of brochures and maps for your particular interests.

Sit and relax soaking up the atmosphere while you throw in a line for that elusive trout or expend some of that energy trekking through the bush enjoying nature first hand.

Some of the more popular activities and past times are the Man From Snowy River Folk Museum, recommended to overseas visitors as one of the top ten museums in Australia is worthy of a visit. Jack Riley's grave in the old cemetery - our Man From Snowy River! Or check out the Murray 1 Power Station and Inflowmation Centre - an insight to the workings of the Snowy Mountain Hydro Electric Scheme.

Tintaldra Store Museum - historical relics and records of the first settlement in the Upper Murray region, or check out the Western gateway to the Kosciusko National Park at Khancoban. There is always the Pine Mountain National Park - see Cudgewa's Bluff Falls of trek trough the bush enjoying the walking tracks below bluff falls.

The Man From Snowy River - the most pristine section of the river lies between Jingellic and Cowombat Flat (Up in the Great Dividing Ranges). Spectacular photographs of the Murray River Can be taken from Farrans Lookout on your way to Walwa and Jingellic from Towong Gap on the road to Khancoban.

While visiting Corryong don't forget to check out the Nariel Fish farm and the Emu farm on the western outskirts of Corryong. Base yourself in Corryong and go for day trips to Tumut 2 power station where you travel through the mountains by bus for a guided tour of this section of the Snowy Mountain Power Scheme. A special colour coded map for day trippers is available at the Khancoban Information Centre and the Museum. Call into Khancoban on your way to Murray Power Station and Inflowmation Centre.

Activities

There are a multitude of activities on offer for the adventures. Outdoor activities in the region include 4WD tours, canoeing, horse riding, white water rafting, bush walking, rock climbing, abseiling and fly fishing tuition.

The region also has a great reputation for excellent summer conditions suitable for hang gliding and paragliding. Take a picnic lunch, drive to Mt Mittamatite or Playles Hill and see the town ship of Corryong and surrounds from above, or enjoy one of the many picnic spots along the waterways.

If you prefer, Corryong Visitor Information Centre Volunteers are able to provide information on many of the festivals and events in our region such as the Folk Festival over the Christmas/New Year break, Towong Races at the famous Towong Turf Club regarded as "Flemington of the Bush", the Corryong Cup being a hang-gliding competition, and the Khancoban Easter Festivities based on Fun & Fireworks.

The Man From Snowy River Bush Festival is held annually in Corryong. For more information check out the Man From Snowy River Bush Festival Website or phone (02) 60761992.

Accommodation & Food

Corryong has a wonderful variety of accommodation with two excellent Caravan Parks, 2 Hotels, 3 Motels and 4 B&Bs, or if you prefer something different - go camping at the Tepee Village .

For a small town we are fortunate to have such a variety of eateries including four restaurants, two cafes, a health food shop and cafe, well known bakery, pizza shop and counter meals served at both hotels, with special attention to children's tastes. Visit the hotels and have a few drinks with the friendly locals or chat over a hot expresso coffee.

In close proximity we have five other small townships - Cudgewa, Tintaldra, Walwa, Jingellic and Khancoban, which cater for visitors with accommodation, eateries and art & craft.

The Upper Murray has a multitude of attractions for every visitor, whether you are are on your own, a couple, a family or even a group! The Upper Murray IS the place to be...

For further information please call the friendly staff at the Corryong Information Centre on 02 60762277.  

Produced with thanks to Hazel Pepper (Corryong)