Kinchega National Park
Imagine enjoying a picnic, in the shade of a majestic old River Red Gum, on the banks of the iconic Darling River. Kinchega National Park extends south from the town of Menindee in the Western New South Wales. Kinchega was recognised for its unique and special qualities in 1967 when it was dedicated as a national park- the first in Western NSW. Get back to nature in Kinchega National Park, a great place to:
* Relax, unwind, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of the bush
* Catch a glimpse of some of the water birds who make the river and lakes their home at various times of the year
* See and learn about the plants and animals of the west Darling country- goannas and brilliantly coloured parrots can be seen along the woodland areas of the river
* Experience the diverse and interesting landscapes of this part of the world.
The Darling River at Kinchega was, and continues to be, significant in the lives of the traditional owners, the Paakantji people and the park is rich in culture and history. In the second half of the 1800s, when non-Indigenous people moved into the area, the river was used to transport goods by paddle-steamer.
* Visit the remains of the paddle-steamer Providence which blew up in 1872
* Explore the famous Kinchega woolshed, built of local timber during 1872 and listed on the NSW Heritage Register. The woolshed saw its last shearing in 1967 when the 6 millionth sheep was shorn as part of the ceremony dedicating the park.
* Learn about the Paakantji and European history of the area
If you want to take full advantage of what the park has to offer, you can stay overnight in one of the campgrounds or at the Shearer's Quarters (bookings required for the quarters).
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