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Best in Craft
Best in Craft
Unrivalled passion is on display as local craftsmen and artisans fine-tune their art. From smithing and smelting raw metals into masterpieces, carving new life into redgum or brewing and distilling top notch wines, beers and spirits. That’s just the beginning - get to know the artists here.
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Alive in Nature
Alive in Nature
Landscapes along this journey are vast and varied. The river starts with a trickle in the mountains and carves cliffs through deserts, bushland and agricultural plains bringing an abundance of natural wildlife and water sports to life. Hard and fast or slow and steady, find your pace here.
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Passage of Time
Passage of Time
Road trips are all about the stories, the ones you’re about to make but also the ones already passed through the generations. The Murray is home to thousands of years of culture and plays a key part in the Australia you know today. No spoilers, it starts here.
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Experience something out of this world. Cactus Country (as seen on Better Homes & Gardens) is an Australian desert landscape like no other. Drawing visitors from around the globe to explore the gardens and marvel at the blooms, shapes and sizes of these spiky sensations. Get ready to discover more than 4,000 species of cacti and succulents.
Sandy walking trails weave their way through the 12 acres of garden making for an unforgettable trip. There are eight paths to explore and plenty to see and do for all ages, even the four-legged variety.
When it comes time to refuel the mind, body and soul, Cactus Country offers a range of refreshments including cactus cake, cactus ice cream, honey collected from on-site beehives and even cactus cider. The onsite nursery has a huge range of varieties for purchase so you can start your own cactus garden at home.
Pack your walking shoes and camera and uncover this little piece of Mexico right here in Strathmerton.
Facilities
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Family Friendly
- Bar
- Non Smoking
- Pet Friendly - Enquire
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Cafe
- Public Toilet
- Conference/Convention Facilities
- Food and Refreshments
- Lookouts
- Parents Room
- Restaurant
Other
- Australian Gay and Lesbian Tourism Association
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- Free Wifi
- Nature & Wildlife
Accessibility
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.