places of interest
Within a few minutes drive from Carcoar, there are a number of other interesting places that are worth a visit. These are generally open to the public and no prior arrangements need to be made to inspect them.

Mount Macquarie

When Thomas Mitchell first surveyed the area in the early 1800s, he commented on the Three Peaks - Mount Panorama near Bathurst, Mount Canobolas near Orange, and Mount Macquarie which is a short distance to the south east of Carcoar.

A drive from Carcoar across "The Mount" gives wonderful views in all directions.
Head south along Naylor Street and drive straight up the steep hill. The road is not sealed but is very 'driveable'.

Carcoar Dam

Situated about 1km from the Mid Western Highway half way between Carcoar and Blayney, Carcoar Dam provides irrigation water for farming and mining further south. It is an ideal recreation area, popular with anglers and lovers of water sports. Good camping facilities are available.

Carcoar Wind Farm

Built to supply power for the Country Energy grid, this collection of fifteen wind-driven turbines is visable from many points near Carcoar. For closer inspection, drive across the causeway of the Carcoar Dam.

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