Lockhart Shire

Lockhart, The Rock, Yerong Creek and surrounds

Lockhart

Dive deeper into the region’s pastoral history at the Greens Gunyah Museum. Marvel at exquisite detail in portraits made from wool, and delight in life’s simple pleasures in Lockhart. Walk the main street with its wide shady verandahs stretching overhead and you’ll soon see why it’s called the ‘Verandah Town’. As you wander, you’ll find our larger-than-life water tower mural drawing you in, alongside eye-catching sculptures and pavers underfoot with even more stories to tell.

The Rock

Let The Rock’s tree-lined Avenue of Honour draw you in to see the Federation shopfronts, quaint churches and local shops. The inviting park-like thoroughfare honours the district’s World War I soldiers with a tree planted in memory of each. Look up and you’ll see the town’s namesake rising to the south of town. Take it from us, you can't miss it. It's often been called ‘the Lion of the Plains’ and known as Kengal Aboriginal Place, a significant site for the local Wiradjuri people. Climb to the top for some of the best views you can find of the surrounding landscape all year round. And don’t forget your camera, folks!

Yerong Creek

Go at a slower pace (you’re not in a hurry, are you?) with a leisurely drive to Yerong Creek, 15 minutes south of The Rock. Take in the history and charm of the ‘Vintage Village’ as you wander and pay a visit to the Chinese Crossing in Noskes Lane. This 1880s era dam wall features the stonework of Chinese migrants and was built to accumulate water for growing vegetables and opium.

Milbrulong

A must-visit for twitchers and bird lovers, you’ll find the village of Milbrulong between Lockhart and The Rock. The town gets its name from the local Aboriginal word for “Rosella Parrot”, and while there admire the colourful mural and interpretive signs along the Rosella Walk. Don’t miss out on a peek at the Milbrulong Water Tower, either. The region’s newest mural has only just been unveiled and is perfect for those on the lookout for silo art, especially if you like to be the one who’s in the know about the newest murals.

Pleasant Hills

Yes, there is indeed such a place. Surrounded by rolling hills, natural bushland and open farmland, it certainly lives up to its name – just ask the locals. The village’s history and strong Lutheran influence are all around with impressive buildings like the Public Hall, the wattle and daub church and the unique street signs in both English and German. And don’t miss having a schooner with the locals at the pub, NSW’s first community-owned hotel.

Highlights

What’s on

Don’t miss our region’s unique festivals, markets and shows

Be sure to check the Visit Lockhart Shire website for the latest event updates when you visit as dates can change and new events are often popping up along the Murrumbidgee Trails.

Spirit of the Land Festival

A celebration of the land, the event that set the wheels in motion for Lockhart’s legacy of captivating farm art sculptures.

See the National Farm Art Awards entries crafted from recycled metal and all kinds of farm-scavenged bits and pieces. Browse art and photo exhibitions, wander through charming open gardens and take time to soak in the atmosphere of the main street market and live music.

Lockhart Picnic Races

On the bucket list should always be a country picnic races outing, and you’ll find one of the best in the state at the historic Lockhart Showground each spring.

A trackside picnic lunch before the racing commences, the ever-popular (and occasionally eye-opening) fashions on the field, and a crowd full of local characters will keep you coming back year after year.

The Rock Triathlon

If it’s breaking a sweat you crave, The Rock Triathlon is the place to do it. Run, cycle, swim and run again, all against the perfect backdrop the town’s namesake provides.