This agricultural hub has sunflowers, silo art, and scenic hikes for campers.
About a 3-hour drive northwest of Newcastle, Quirindi is a small town amid the patchwork farmlands of the Liverpool Plains. Brightened up by fields of sunflowers during the summer months, Quirindi is also known for its colourful silo artwork, which stands at the heart of town. The vibrant paintings tell the story of Quirindi’s history from the Gamilaroi people through the early settlers and come to life during the nightly sound and light show. As well as enjoying the free entertainment, Quirindi campers can head to nearby Coolah Tops National Park, which has three campgrounds suitable for tents and caravans, and some great hiking and mountain biking trails. The UNESCO-listed rainforest of Barrington Tops National Park and the swimming holes and bushwalking trails of Goulburn River National Park are also within day-trip distance. Quirindi has a caravan park with powered sites, and several Hipcamps also dot the surrounding countryside.