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Introduction:

Tumut is situated at the northern end of the Snowy Mountains, surrounded by valleys, forests and rich agriculatural land.

The town is located on the Tumut River and is particular attractive during the autumn when the thousands of poplars and deciduous trees originally planted by early settlers erupt into rich colours.

Tumut is an ideal base for exploring the attractions of the Snowy Mountains, the Kosciuszko National Park and its lakes, rivers and snow fields.

 
Attractions:

Tumut Museum
Displaying items of historical interest from the region

Parks, gardens & trails:

Kosciuszko National Park
The largest national park in New South Wales, it encompasses all the state's ski fields, the upper reaches of the Snowy River, spectacular caves, limestone gorges, various walking tracks and historic huts and homesteads

Festivals & events:

Festival of the Falling Leaf
Celebrating the arrival of Autumn and the beautiful colours of leaves within many of the town's gardens, it includes market stalls, gardening displays, activities, workshops, concerts, a street parade and fireworks

Local tourist guides:

Walkabout - Tumut
A travel guide with information on the history of the area and things to see

Regional touring guides:

Snowy Mountains
A guide to the towns, mountains and attractions of this alpine region
Snowy Valleys Way
A scenic touring route from Gundagai to Beechworth via Tumut and Corryong

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