Pic.1 (Opposite) The spectacular volcanic spires and plugs of the Warrumbungle National Park near Coonabarabran attract visitors from all over Australia and overseas. The park has a variety of wildlife, including kangaroos, emus, koalas, eagles and about a third of all the parrot varieties to be found in Australia. Use CAMP CYPRESS as your base to visit all these attractions! Pic.2  (Opposite) The "hippo" -  an interesting geological feature! You can see the hippopotamus while travelling south along the road from Baradine to Coonabarabran. The Aloes - Baradine Visit The Aloes, a short drive from Baradine, to see koalas in their native habitat! See MAP Unique flora and fauna of the  Baradine region   Visit Gallery for more images!   See Australia's largest bush pottery at  Pilliga Pottery Skywatch Observatory Coonabarabran Enjoy star gazing, sun viewing, mini golf, and restaurant. Open 10.30 am till late. Curriculum friendly for schools.   . The Anglo-Australian Astronomy Complex - Siding Springs, near Coonabarabran EcoTourism The Pilliga Scrub ("A Million Wild Acres", as described by Eric Rolls in his famous book of that name) is unique, containing a variety of fauna and flora, some of it to be found nowhere else! It includes a number of endangered species, including the Glossy Black Cockatoo. Local ornithologists have produced an excellent list of birds of the Baradine district. Regular visits of bird watchers, bush walkers and others interested in eco-tourism are encouraged. Camp Cypress provides essential accommodation, catering and other facilities for these groups. Links to other local websites - to access websites for Bird Routes of Baradine and the Pilliga Forest, information about the Pilliga Land Users Group (PLUG), and other local tourism sites. Visitors' Comments! Contact Us