Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk - Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia

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Southern Highlands NSW 

Located just 90 minutes from Sydney and Canberra the Southern Highlands is well known for its colourful gardens, leisurely pursuits, diverse landscape, history and heritage, and welcoming accommodation. But there is another side to the area that offers a range of activities to pursue and enjoy.

The Southern Highlands can cater to those who:

  • are seeking action and adventure, bushwalking, exploring wilderness, horseback riding
  • are perfecting pastimes, playing or practising golf, or trying their hand at fly fishing
  • enjoy festivals and shows, or explore historical pursuits
  • appreciate art and fine goods, art and antiques collectors.
  • appreciate a good drop with cool climate cellar doors and excellent local eateries.

The main towns of the Southern Highlands are Bowral, Moss Vale, and Mittagong. Along with the main towns of the Highlands, there are many smaller villages such as Robertson, Bundanoon, Berrima, Sutton Forest, Exeter, Fitzroy Falls, Hill Top, Yerrinbool, Colo Vale, New Berrima, Burrawang, Penrose, Wingello, Avoca and Balmoral Village.

Carrington Falls

Misty Robertson Morning

Tulip Time

Photos above all taken by Dee Kramer Photography around the Southern Highlands of NSW.