Discover the Best Things To Do Near Oberon: Your Guide to Exploring from Kenzell Farm
waterfall at kanangra walls - kalang falls
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of fresh mountain air, hands-on experiences, dramatic landscapes and peaceful country living, the Oberon district should be at the top of your travel list. Located in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Oberon is full of hidden gems — and the best part is that many of them sit within 45 minutes of Kenzell Farm.
Whether you're planning a family farm stay, a quiet retreat or a weekend adventure, this guide will help you experience the very best of Oberon, starting right at our farm gate.
Start Your Adventure at Kenzell Farm
Kenzell Farm is more than a place to visit — it’s an experience. Visitors love getting up close to our friendly animals, learning new skills and reconnecting with nature in a hands-on way.
What You Can Do on the Farm
Feed alpacas, llamas, goats, donkeys, sheep, camels and chickens
Pet our rabbits and chickens
Collect eggs and help with farm chores
Enjoy seasonal cow or goat milking
Take part in paddock walks with beautiful countryside views
We also offer:
Farm camping for families and travellers
Kenzell Farm is accessible, friendly and designed for visitors of all ages and abilities.
Explore Oberon’s Natural Wonders
Once you’ve enjoyed time on the farm, the surrounding region is full of scenic places waiting to be explored.
Kanangra-Boyd National Park (30 min)
One of the most breathtaking areas in NSW. Visit Kanangra Walls Lookout for sweeping cliff-top views or take the Kalang Falls Walk for something a little more adventurous. Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Evans Crown Nature Reserve (35–40 min)
A shorter, rewarding walk leading to huge granite boulders and wide-open views of the Tarana Valley. Great for families and photographers. Evans Crown
Shooters Hill (30 min)
The highest point in the region. Expect cool forest walking trails in summer and the chance of magical snow in winter.
Lake Oberon (20 min)
Ideal for easy walks, photos and family picnics. A local favourite, especially in autumn and spring.Perfect for photography lovers. Sunset here is stunning. Lake Oberon
Enjoy Local Scenic Drives
The Oberon district is made for slow country drives.
Tarana Valley Drive
Green rolling hills, historic pubs and peaceful rural scenery. Visit Oberon
Visit Flat Rock — A Local Favourite (20–30 min)
Flat Rock is a popular swimming and relaxation spot along the Fish River.
What you’ll find:
Smooth flat rock shelves
Clear running water
Places to paddle or dip your feet
Picnic spots under the willows
Excellent photography angles
Summer: Perfect for cooling off.
Autumn/Spring: Peaceful picnic location.
Winter: Spectacular, crisp riverside scenery.
Black Springs Forest Drive
A beautiful pine forest drive — especially popular during autumn mushroom season. Visit Oberon
Cool-Climate Gardens, Truffles and Local Wine
Mayfield Garden (35 - 40 min)
Famous for its world-class cool-climate gardens, maze, cascades and seasonal festivals, plus a garden café serving seasonal dishes.
RedGround Truffles (15 min)
For something truly unique, head to RedGround Truffles, a working truffle farm just outside Oberon. Join a truffle hunt and tasting experience with expert guides and highly trained dogs, then warm up with truffle tastings in their boutique truffle lodge. RedGround is known for offering hunts for multiple culinary truffle varieties and farm-stay style accommodation.
Best time to visit:
Winter (June–August) for peak truffle season. Bookings are essential.
Renzaglia Wines – O’Connell (around 40–45 min)
Wine lovers can venture to Renzaglia Wines, a family-owned boutique winery tucked into the hills at O’Connell. Their cellar door at 38 Bosworth Falls Road offers tastings of small-batch, cool-climate wines that focus on expressing the local terroir. Cellar door visits are generally by appointment or on selected open days, so it’s worth checking dates and booking ahead.
Perfect for: Couples, food and wine lovers, and anyone wanting to pair a farm stay with a relaxed, intimate wine tasting.
Mushroom Foraging (Autumn Only)
From late March to May, Oberon’s pine forests come alive with saffron milk caps and slippery jacks. Mushroom foraging is a favourite local tradition — simply wander the pine needles and look for orange and brown caps after rain.
Best areas:
Black Springs pine forests
Sailors Creek area
Hampton State Forest
Tips:
Bring a basket, small knife and always positively identify what you pick. The Oberon Visitor Centre can help with identification guides.
Gem Fossicking – Sapphire Country (25–35 min)
The Oberon district is one of NSW’s best sapphire-producing areas. Visitors can fossick for:
Sapphires
Zircons
Smoky quartz
Topaz (occasionally)
Popular fossicking sites:
Sapphire Bend (dry digging & sieving)
Porters Retreat / Little River (river panning)
It’s fun for families and treasure hunters alike — and you may even take home a real gemstone.Hire what you need and get all your info from Oberon Visitor Centre
Family-Friendly Activities
There’s plenty to keep families busy, including:
Oberon Adventure Playground
Oberon Community Market (1st Saturday of month)
Tarana Farmers Market (3rd Sunday of month)
Fishing at Lake Oberon
River and Stream fishing (October long weekend to June long weekend NSW)
Malachi Gilmore Hall for arts, films and events
Stargazing
Oberon & District Museum
Oberon Military Museum
Oberon Tarana Heritage Railway Museum