Ah, the mysterious White Cliffs, a place where digging a hole in the ground became a way of life! This quirky opal mining town is famous for its fascinating underground homes known as ‘dugouts’, offering an unexpected escape from the heat.

The local opal fields are one of the oldest in Australia, offering unique opportunities for fossil hunting. And if you’re a stargazer, this place is a haven.

Thanks to its remote location, it offers some of the best night skies in the world.

Quick Facts

The White Cliffs area is a local government area (LGA) in New South Wales. This area is home to 1 locations and/or suburbs which you can explore in more detail by selecting from the list below. The White Cliffs area is located approximately kms from the capital Sydney.

If you are planning a visit to this area we’ve put together some of the things you can see or do while you are here. These include, places to stay, tours and attractions, some upcoming events and places where you can grab a meal. Go ahead, try one ofthe buttons above. Every destination has something worth seeing so start exploring… If you know the area and think we’ve missed something, let us know and we’ll share it here.