The Gilgandra Visitor Information Centre caters to the entire Gilgandra Shire, including Gilgandra township, Tooraweenah, Armatree, Balladoran, and the gateway to the Warrumbungle National Park.
Core Details (Grounded)
- Name: Gilgandra Visitor Information Centre
- Address: 6452 Newell Highway, Gilgandra NSW 2827
- Phone: (02) 6817 8700
- Opening Hours: Opens 9:00 am (daily hours may vary)
- Rating: 5.0 from 7 reviews (Gilgandra VIC) and 4.6 from 113 reviews (Coo-ee Heritage & Visitor Information Centre)
- Type: Visitor centre / tourist information centre
The VIC is co‑located with the Coo-ee Heritage Centre, which houses exhibitions on the famous 1915 Coo-ee March, local history, and regional culture.
What Area It Caters For
The centre provides visitor services for the Gilgandra Shire, a large rural region on the Newell Highway between Dubbo and Coonabarabran.
1. Gilgandra Township (Primary Hub)
- Coo-ee Heritage Centre
- Windmill Walk along the Castlereagh River
- Local cafes, pubs, and accommodation
- Rural museums and cultural displays
2. Tooraweenah
- A key gateway to Warrumbungle National Park
- Scenic drives and rural landscapes
- Caravan parks and farm stays
3. Armatree
- Historic Armatree Hotel (award‑winning country pub)
- Rural touring routes
4. Balladoran & Curban
- Small villages with bushwalking, birdwatching, and agricultural landscapes
5. Warrumbungle Region (Access Point)
While the park itself is in Warrumbungle Shire, Gilgandra is a major access route, especially for travellers coming from Sydney or the Newell Highway.
6. Regional Touring Routes
The VIC provides maps and guidance for:
- Newell Highway touring
- Castlereagh River trails
- Coo-ee March heritage route
- Central West nature and heritage loops
Services Provided
- Local and regional maps
- Brochures for attractions across Gilgandra Shire
- Information on Warrumbungle National Park access
- Accommodation and dining recommendations
- Event information
- Souvenirs and local products
- Exhibitions at the Coo‑ee Heritage Centre
Summary
The Gilgandra Visitor Information Centre is the central tourism service point for the Gilgandra Shire, supporting visitors exploring Gilgandra, Tooraweenah, Armatree, Balladoran, and the wider region, including access to the Warrumbungles. It combines practical visitor services with cultural and historical exhibits.