Eugowra

Eugowra is located in the rich Lachlan River basin, between Orange and Forbes. The short drive from Canowindra to Eugowra is spectacular with hills and valleys, bush and farmland, and old and new buildings to discover. The town is unique due to the imposing rock formations of large granite boulders, which lie between the houses and gardens.

There are many experiences to be had in and around Eugowra. Why not throw a line into the Lachlan River, explore Nangar National Park, visit Escort Rock, the fantastic Museum and nearby lavender farm or simply stroll through the main street and explore the gifts and crafts stores.

Eugowra is known as bushranger country, in 1862 Frank Gardiner’s bushranger gang including the infamous Ben Hall ambushed and robbed the gold escort coach on its way from Forbes to Bathurst in New South Wales.   2917 oz’s of gold and 3700 pounds of sterling cash were stolen, but a portion of the total value of 14,000 pounds sterling was never recovered and locals say the fortune is still hidden in the hills.

Granite used for the construction of new Parliament House came from the low-lying hills around Eugowra and was supplied by the local Granite Mill. Eugowra has a number of shops providing goods and services including dining facilities at several pubs & clubs, cafés and an award winning function centre.

For more information on Eugowra and its bushranger history please visit their village website www.eugowra.aus.net