Condobolin Capers
We stayed at Gum bend lake, 4km out of Condobolin. Dad had a week's teaching after the Easter weekend at Condobolin High School. Gum Bend Lake was a beautiful man made lake. Our camp spot was shady but there were a number of flies who tried to camp with us! The first day was boiling hot and we all enjoyed a swim in the lake. We enjoyed meals cooked over the camp fire. Dad, Chloe and Tahlia stepped out of their comfort zone and started busking in the main street. The donations were encouraging!!
While staying at Gum Bend Lake we took a day trip out to Lake Cargelligo. While Mum and Dad tried to figure out whether this was the lake that went dry, the kids went fishing. After fishing there for a short while, Joel hooked a fish and started the tedious business of winding it in. When he finally landed his fish, which was a Carp, Tahlia commented that he thought that her rod was caught on something. Bethany went to investigate and found put that she had also caught a fish. Joel quickly wound that fish in, which was also a Carp.
We spent Easter at Gum bend lake. On Easter Sunday we went to church at Condobolin. Joel and Beth each got a dressing gown, pyjamas and a block of chocolate. Josh got some dvds and some pyjamas as well as some of the nicest chocolate we’ve ever tasted. The girls got a colouring book, some freddo frogs and dressing gowns.
Condobolin
"On the Banks of the Beautiful Lachlan River"
"On the Banks of the Beautiful Lachlan River"
Our favourite camp spot (free):
Gum Bend Lake (Gum Bend Road, Condobolin. 02 68954444)5km west of Condobolin. From town follow Bathurst St to the end and follow signs.
Adults liked: Clean hot showers, toilets, BBQs and coveredpicnic tables.
Children liked: Play equipment and can have fires when allowed.
No power - we used our generator. There was plenty of space to camp without being too close to others. We camped near the fence away from others due to our generator.
Places to visit:
Railway Museum: Madline St, Condobolin Ph 02 68 953301 first to discuss your visit of the museum.
The Lachlander Newspaper Museum: History of newspaper production and more! 46 Bathurst Street, Condobolin ph: 02 6895 4010
Mount Tilga: Strenuous climb to the summit of Mt Tilga butthe locals say great views. Mt Tilga is located north of Condobolin along the Melrose Road. Follow signs.
Town Lookout: Drive up Reservoir Hill. Observe fine views of the surrounding area.
Activities:
Joel's Fishing Tips:
The Lachlan River has cod, perch and catfish. There is a weir near the eastern entrance to town at the southern end of May Street. Ph: 02 6895 3301 for more information.
Willow Bend Sports Centre: Lot 80 Orange St, Condobolin ph: 02 6895 4477
Swimming Pool: Harding Ave, Condobolin. 02 6895 2475
Family Eating Out:
Railway Hotel Restaurant: 46 Molong St, Condobolin ph: 02 6895 2650. We found the food tasty, the service prompt and the environment pleasant.
Gum Bend Lake (Gum Bend Road, Condobolin. 02 68954444)5km west of Condobolin. From town follow Bathurst St to the end and follow signs.
Adults liked: Clean hot showers, toilets, BBQs and coveredpicnic tables.
Children liked: Play equipment and can have fires when allowed.
No power - we used our generator. There was plenty of space to camp without being too close to others. We camped near the fence away from others due to our generator.
Places to visit:
Railway Museum: Madline St, Condobolin Ph 02 68 953301 first to discuss your visit of the museum.
The Lachlander Newspaper Museum: History of newspaper production and more! 46 Bathurst Street, Condobolin ph: 02 6895 4010
Mount Tilga: Strenuous climb to the summit of Mt Tilga butthe locals say great views. Mt Tilga is located north of Condobolin along the Melrose Road. Follow signs.
Town Lookout: Drive up Reservoir Hill. Observe fine views of the surrounding area.
Activities:
Joel's Fishing Tips:
The Lachlan River has cod, perch and catfish. There is a weir near the eastern entrance to town at the southern end of May Street. Ph: 02 6895 3301 for more information.
Willow Bend Sports Centre: Lot 80 Orange St, Condobolin ph: 02 6895 4477
Swimming Pool: Harding Ave, Condobolin. 02 6895 2475
Family Eating Out:
Railway Hotel Restaurant: 46 Molong St, Condobolin ph: 02 6895 2650. We found the food tasty, the service prompt and the environment pleasant.