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A charming town situated in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains in southern NSW<\/a>, Tumut is well-known as an outdoor activity destination, particularly for its fly-fishing. But what’s it like to visit Tumut with a dog? Find out what you can get up to with your dog at your side, plus tips on where to stay and dine out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Driving to Tumut along the Hume Highway? Check out my guide to where to stop when driving along the Hume with a dog<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Dog-Friendly Sightseeing Around Tumut<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Top of the list for dog-friendly sightseeing in and around Tumut is exploring the picturesque local region on foot, alongside its rich history. Don’t also miss sampling the local produce, especially the local apples, beer and wine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stroll Along the Tumut River<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tumut is situated right on the banks of the Tumut River. A stroll alongside the river and through the Rotary Pioneer Park, underneath the many shady trees, makes for a pleasant excursion any time of year. <\/p>\n\n\n

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The chainsaw sculpture of a horse near the start of the walk<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The River Walk in Tumut starts from the far end of Elm Drive, near the Tumut Turf Club and a chainsaw sculpture of a horse. It then passes through the Rotary Pioneer Park and the off-leash Bila Park, continuing onto Wee Jasper Road and the Riverglade Caravan Park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just under 2km long one way, dogs on a leash are permitted along the walk. Keep an eye out for the trees with botanical nameplates along the path.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Rotary Pioneer Park in Tumut<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Another nearby dog-friendly walk in Tumut is the Tumut Wetlands. With the entrance near the junction of the Snowy Mountains Highway and Gocup Road, there’s 1km of walking tracks meandering through a series of lagoons. Dogs need to be kept on a leash. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out more options for walks around Tumut<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Explore Adelong Falls Gold Reserve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gold was discovered in the local area in 1852 and by 1876 the nearby town of Adelong was the third most productive gold field in all of Australia. These days there’s nothing left behind at the mining site but a handful of ruins, but a visit to the Adelong Falls Gold Reserve is still richly rewarding, partially due to the natural beauty of the spot.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Don’t miss exploring the Adelong Falls Gold Reserve with your dog<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

While not a towering waterfall, there’s still quite a cascade passing through the gully of rocks, which was made use of for the gold mining operations. There’s a number of walks on offer at the reserve. Some explore the old mining ruins, including the heritage-listed stone ruins of the Reefer ore crushing mill, while others just take in the spectacular location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, it’s possible to walk to the reserve from the nearby village of Adelong. The 2km long track is partially sealed and partially unsealed. It starts next to the Adelong Alive Museum and follows Adelong Creek, and recently sculptures have been erected along it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dogs need to be kept on a leash at the Adelong Falls Gold Reserve, although there are not signs stating this at the reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Follow the Adelong Heritage Walk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The nearby village of Adelong actually predates the gold mining fields, with the settlement dating to around 1837. Despite this, the village is better preserved, with its charming main street lined with historic buildings, many dating back to the late 19th century.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Historic buildings on the main street of Adelong<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

A small brochure outlining a Heritage Walk through Adelong, with brief details of the old buildings, is available from local information centres. Alternatively, buy a copy of the more extensive Adelong Booklet from the Adelong Alive Museum or the Tumut Region Visitor Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Explore the State Forests<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There’s multiple state forests in the surrounding area, although sadly many were severely damaged during the 2020 bushfires. Unlike national parks, dogs are allowed in all state forests in NSW, making them a great destination for dog-friendly outings and walks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One popular local spot to visit is the Pilot Hill Forest Park and Arboretum in the Bago State Forest<\/a>, about 45 minutes south of Tumut and 20 minutes from Batlow along the unsealed Bago Forest Way. The park contains picnic and BBQ facilities. Take a walk along the new Nature Wellness Walk featuring sculptural elements, part of the Snowy Valleys Sculpture Trail (see more below). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s best to check in advance on the forestry website<\/a> for whether any sections of the state forests are currently closed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Taste the Local Produce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The area to the south of Tumut has long been a fruit-producing region. In particular, Batlow is a renown apple-growing centre. There’s a number of seasonal fruit stalls dotted around Batlow, where you can buy fresh fruit in season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps stop by Mouat’s Farm Gate, located north of Batlow near the Big Apple and open daily. Alternatively, for some cider produced from the local apples, drop by The Apple Thief or Crafty Cider. The former has only recently opened from Wednesday to Sunday, while the latter is generally open for tastings and sales on the weekends. Probably leave your pup outside for these visits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heading further south, the Tumbarumba Wine Region is a cool climate wine growing region surrounding the town of the same name. While many of the grapes grown here are destined for wineries situated elsewhere in the country, there are some wine producers in the area<\/a> and a handful of cellar doors open to the public. It’s best to enquire in advance whether they are open and if dogs are permitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Closer back in town, drop by Tumut River Brewing Co<\/a> to taste their local beers, with dogs allowed in the outside covered area.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Local beers at Tumut River Brewing Co<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

6. Follow the Snowy Valleys Sculpture Trail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During early 2022, an impressive new set of artworks appeared in the Tumut region. Created by the same team behind the popular Sculpture by the Sea exhibit in Bondi, the Snowy Valley Sculpture Trail<\/a> currently features over 20 sculptures from both Australian and international artists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The complete trail stretches for 100km between Adelong and Tooma, with most locations accessible to dogs. Tick off one or all of these seven locations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n