Barraba is the gateway to the Gwydir region in the heart of the Nandewar Ranges. Part of the Fossickers Way Touring Route, the area is rich in mineral deposits and is a popular destination for bushwalking and fossicking. Visitors can bushwalk or four wheel drive along the Barraba Track to the summit of the spectacular 1510 metre high Mount Kaputar, an extinct volcanic area.
Barraba is world famous for its bird watching and was the first region to produce its own ‘Bird Routes of Australia’ guide with 14 recognised bird sites and more than 190 species of birds identified.
Discover Horton Falls, where the Horton River drops 80 metres into a deep gorge, experience the spectacular scenery and picnic spots. Situated on the Manilla River, Barraba offers excellent fishing, water sports and recreational reserves.
Quick Facts
Barraba is an Urban Location area within the local government area of Tamworth Regional in New South Wales, it is located approximately 392kms from the capital Sydney and extends over an area of 523.54 square kilometres. Barraba has a recorded population of 1410 residents and is within the Australian Eastern Daylight Time zone Australia/Sydney.
If you are planning a visit to Barraba 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 of the buttons above. Every destination has something worth seeing so start exploring… If you know Barraba and think we’ve missed something, let us know and we’ll share it here.