Tumut Visitor Information Centre

The Tumut Visitor Information Centre is the main visitor hub for the northern end of the Snowy Mountains and the Snowy Valleys region. It supports travellers exploring alpine areas, forests, rivers, and historic towns across a large and diverse landscape.

Key Details

• Name: Tumut Region Visitor Information Centre
• Address: 5 Adelong Road, Tumut NSW 2720
  (Located at the entrance to town, near the Tumut River and Pioneer Park)
• Phone: (02) 6947 7025
• Opening Hours:
  • Typically 9:00am – 5:00pm, 7 days a week
  • Slightly reduced hours on public holidays
• Facilities:
  • Large visitor centre
  • Museum-style displays
  • Toilets
  • Parking for cars, caravans, and RVs
  • Gift shop and local produce
  • Access to Tumut’s historic precinct and riverside walks

The centre is operated by Snowy Valleys Council.

What Area It Caters For

The Tumut Visitor Information Centre supports a broad region covering alpine foothills, national parks, forests, and historic gold‑rush towns.

Tumut Township

Information on:

• Tumut River walks and parks
• Tumut Wetlands
• Historic buildings and heritage walks
• Local cafés, pubs, and accommodation
• Events such as the Festival of the Falling Leaf

Tumut is the northern gateway to the Snowy Mountains.

Snowy Valleys Region

The centre provides information for the entire Snowy Valleys area, including:

• Tumut
• Batlow
• Adelong
• Talbingo
• Tumba­rumba
• Khancoban (shared with Alpine Way region)

This includes:

• Scenic drives
• Waterfalls and lookouts
• Apple orchards and cool‑climate wineries
• Gold‑rush heritage sites (e.g., Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins)

Kosciuszko National Park (Northern & Western Areas)

The centre supports visitors heading to:

• Talbingo and Jounama Pondage
• Blowering Dam
• Yarrangobilly Caves
• Thermal Pool
• Long Plain and Blue Waterholes
• Kiandra historic precinct
• Selwyn Snow Resort (winter season)

It provides:

• Park passes
• Safety and weather updates
• Road and snow condition information
• Hiking, camping, and cave‑touring advice

Snowy Hydro & High Country Touring

The centre provides information on:

• Snowy Hydro infrastructure (dams, power stations, lookouts)
• Tumut 1 and Tumut 2 Power Stations
• Cabramurra (seasonal access)
• Snowy Mountains Highway touring routes

Outdoor, Adventure & Nature Travellers

The centre supports:

• Hikers
• Mountain bikers
• 4WD travellers
• Anglers (Tumut River is a major trout fishery)
• Campers and caravanners

It provides:

• Track maps
• Seasonal closures
• Fire and weather alerts
• Back‑country safety information

Services Provided

• Maps, brochures, and regional guides
• National park information and passes
• Road, weather, and snow condition updates
• Information on accommodation, dining, and events
• Souvenirs, books, and local produce
• Advice on hiking, fishing, camping, and safety
• Displays on Snowy Mountains and local history

Traveller Facilities Nearby

• Large parking area (including long‑vehicle bays)
• Public toilets
• EV charging in Tumut
• Close to cafés, shops, and the Tumut River precinct
• Easy access to Snowy Mountains Highway and Tumut Plains Road