General Information

Region: Capital Country

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Set amongst rich pastures, the Capital Country region is known for its pastoral heritage.

Mountain Biking in the mountains of Capital Country - Click to Enlarge. cap-gardens-thumb cap-bungonia-thumb

Towns in the Region

  • capital countryBraidwood
  • Bungendore
  • Canberra
  • Queanbeyan
  • Crookwell
  • Goulburn
  • Yass
  • Young

Natural Attractions

Carey’s Cave, Wee Jasper

Marvel at this magnificent cave system comprising a series of beautiful naturally-sculpted chambers containing many crystal formations. Visit the popular and accessible Carey’s Cave, or follow an experienced caving guide as you crawl and abseil through further magnificent limestone chambers.

Hume and Hovell Walk

Rediscover the 1824 route of explorers Hamilton Hume and William Hovell on their expedition to Port Phillip. The walking track stretches over 440 km between Yass and Albury.

Burrinjuck Waters State Park

Get back to nature with fishing, bushwalks, boating and land-based activities in this park situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River's Burrinjuck Dam.

Braidwood’s Natural Wonders

Explore the limestone caves in Deua National Park, including the Big Hole, Marble Arch and Wyanbene caves. Discover waterfalls, bushwalking trails, caves and native flora and fauna in the surrounding Budawang and Monga national parks.

Capital Country Fishing

Pit your skill and patience against the wily Trout, the elusive Murray Cod or even a giant European Carp. Ask at one of the region’s Visitor Information Centres to learn about local fishing spots.

We Love...

  • Journeying along The Poacher’s Way – developed by a group of people drawn together by a common inspiration derived from their land and lifestyle.

Local Knowledge

For more detailed information speak to a friendly local expert or visit a helpful website.

PlaceTownPhoneWebsite
Braidwood Visitor Centre Braidwood 02 4842 1144 visitcapitalcountry.com.au
Queanbeyan Visitor Information Centre Queanbeyan 02 6299 7307 visitqueanbeyan.com
Canberra Visitor Information Centre Canberra 1300 554 114 visitcanberra.com.au
Goulburn Visitor Information Centre Goulburn 02 4823 4492 igoulburn.com
Crookwell Visitor Information Centre Crookwell 02 4832 1988 upperlachlantourism.com.au
Yass Valley Visitor Information Centre Yass 02 6226 2557 yassvalley.com.au
Young Visitor Information Centre Young 02 6382 3394 visityoung.com.au

Further Information