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Shawns Creek Picnic Area

Coonabarabran, NSW
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What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Bin
Walking
Day Rest Area
Long Rig
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Day Use Area
Mountain climbing
Photo Opportunity
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Location

Shawns Creek Picnic AreaTooraweenah Road, Coonabarabran, NSW, 2357

Weather Forecast

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14° / 4°
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13° / 3°
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15° / 2°
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16° / 4°
SUN🌤️
16° / 4°
💧 2%

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Tooraweenah Road

Coonabarabran, NSW 2357

Shawns Creek Picnic Area