Hill End Historic Site

Good walk around the Town great history. Very Friendly Shop keepers will talk about the town .Hotel nice fires going great atmosphere.

Hill End will surprise you. It is steeped in history, the locals are welcoming and ready to share their stories. Families will enjoy the sites, activities and museums. Couples will enjoy the solitude, beauty - the cafe (great coffee, breakfast and lunch) and the Pub (warm and friendly).

This was a marvellous experience...like time has stood still. We visited Sofala first and thought it was like a pioneer village only real people live there. We had lunch at The Royal Hotel in Hill End. Just a simple meal of bangers, mash and gravy...very tasty...the only downside was that the publican wasn't very sociable....most unlike a country publican, we assume his wife was the cook and she was very nice. Another very good thing was the Holtermann Collection, a free permanent exhibition that is very well displayed.

Serenely peaceful, beautiful and historical. Amazingly place to visit.

Hill End is a go to place for my family. We visit at least a couple times a year. Whilst we love the area it seems to be taken over by people that think leaving their rubbish behind is ok, this is prominent down by the Turin river on the Bridle Track. So very disappointed with just how much garbage was there. We took as much with us as humanly possible but only made a dent in what was really there.Camping by the river is always a good time. The kids love it. Plenty of room for everyone and plenty of exploring to be done. There are open mine shafts so taking the required precautions should go without saying. There are plenty of tracks to take a look at if that's your thing or trying your luck with some gold panning in the river.

Interesting historical site. Can spend two ways enjoying the walks, reading the history, eating. Having a go at Gold panning in the permitted area.Most of the area is under National Parks management. Hence the abundent feral pigs and goats. Good sealed road to the location. Easy 4WD roads also in the area. Free. Also a free mini museum.

The journey is a bit long, but it's worth the trip. Regular 2 wheel drive cars are accessible, Asphalt roads. If you fall in love with history, historical buildings. You shouldn't miss coming here. You will feel impressed in the old atmosphere of history, the pleasant nature, the tranquility, the kangaroos, you can walk and discover the historic heritage of Hill End on Village walking track. You should bring sunscreen, hat, drinking water. Food and snacks should bring in case you may arrive here at the time the cafe closes. You should bring clothing for the cold and the rain. At evening, the temperature can drop. Price is free for village walking track.

Quaint little village. Detailed plaques of what the area used to look like signposted around the streets. Some old buildings still stand well maintained. Only the pub and a small coffee shop for options. The visitors centre is a must to get an insight into the area.

Beautiful little town. Historical groups have done a great job keeping the history alive.

Went for a Sunday drive, didn't realise it was so far in, drive was scenic, lots of views in any direction. The town is very historic, loved the photos and the site markers. The information centre was very cool. Had a few things to look at, listen to and watch. Very informative. We walked and drove around the town. All the buildings and churches were lovely.