Aerial view of Bald Rock's granite dome at sunset, photo by Sera J Wright

Day Trips and Scenic Drives

From winding mountain roads to tranquil country lanes

Tenterfield Shire offers some of the most scenic drives in regional NSW. Whether you’re after dramatic lookouts, waterfalls, wineries, or charming country villages, there’s a route to suit every kind of road trip.

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Mount Lindesay

History, national parks, and quaint villages-the Mount Lindesay Rd section of Tourist Drive 7 has it all. The drive covers 50km between the town of Tenterfield and village of Liston. […]

Aerial view of a country road winding past a rocky hilltop on the Historic Villages Loop near Tenterfield
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Historic Villages Loop

The Villages Great Stops on Your Way These quaint villages may be small, but there’s more here than meets the eye. Enjoy a morning tea at Liston’s lavender farm or […]

A family of five smiling together in a sunny courtyard in Tenterfield
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Family Fun in Tenterfield

Explore history, nature and local life with the kids — from the Railway Museum and Thunderbolt's Hideout to parks, treats and open spaces.

Timber viewing platform overlooking the Boonoo Boonoo gorge
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10 Things to See & Do in Tenterfield

Your essential guide to Tenterfield — from climbing Bald Rock to exploring heritage museums, boutique shopping and country pubs.

Car travelling a winding dirt road through granite country on Mount Mackenzie Drive at dusk
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Mount Mackenzie Drive

Beginning just 9km southwest of Tenterfield, the Mount Mackenzie Scenic Drive offers sweeping views, dramatic granite outcrops, and a refreshing high-country breeze. Covering part of the region’s Tourist Drive 9, […]

Man and his black dog leaning out of a white van on the Wine and Wilderness Trail
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Wine & Wilderness Trail

With it’s sunny days, cool nights and elevation, the New England region is perfectly suited for growing cool-climate grapes. You can find your favourite classic reds and whites, with some […]

View over forested ranges to the distant valley on Tourist Drive 9, the Border Mountains Loop
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Tourist Drive 9 — Border Mountains Loop

Tourist Drive 9, also known as the Border Mountains Drive, is one of the most rewarding scenic loops in the Northern Tablelands. This full-day drive takes you through some of […]