Narrabri: Australia’s Sportiest Town
Narrabri is a town located along the Namoi River in New South Wales, Australia. Aside from this body of water, it is also surrounded by mountain valleys, forests, and protected parks, making it a point of interest for those with adventurous souls. This place has been famously named as Australia’s sportiest town because many of its residents represent the country in various sports. As a major location in the New South Wales region, it is serviced by its own airport – the Narrabri Airport (NAA).
Best Time to Visit
As a fertile town, this place annually hosts Nosh Narrabri, a food and wine festival held every August. It’s a time where they can showcase the best of its local produce and invite tourism in the area so expect Narrabri hotels to be full for the duration of this event.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Mount Kapurtar National Park is home to the active volcano from which this park got its name. It is a popular camping and rock-climbing spot that provides a beautiful view of volcanic plugs and lava terraces. For convenience, you can stay at the Kaputar Motel, which is just within walking distance from many of the park’s facilities. Another point of interest in this town is the Pilliga Forest which features hot artesian baths and salt caves. Should you want to stay at the village itself, you can book a night at the Centre of Town B & B Narrabri, which lies close to bars and pubs in this area. Consider on booking a stay at Club Motor Inn and the Adelong Motel.
