For those wondering
You might think you don’t know the Seven Valleys, but chances are you have seen it, driven through it, or heard stories from someone who has.
Cullen Bullen
Where mining heritage, country charm and rugged scenery come together. Cullen Bullen is a quiet stop with a strong spirit and plenty to explore.
If you’re travelling the Castlereagh Highway, Cullen Bullen is the kind of place that invites you to pull over, stretch your legs, and discover the simple charm of the Seven Valleys. With a proud mining past, welcoming locals, and easy access to stunning natural attractions, it’s more than just a stop along the road - it’s a glimpse into the soul of the region.
The town’s Tidy Town Skip Line Rest Area tells the story of its coal mining heritage, featuring a memorial wall, original mining equipment, and interpretive signage. It’s a fitting tribute to the workers who shaped this community and a great spot to pause and reflect.
Adventure seekers are spoiled for choice - Gardens of Stone National Park and Wollemi National Park are just a short drive away, offering 4WD trails, hiking tracks, and dramatic sandstone scenery. Or, for something a little different, feel the roar of engines at the Cullen Bullen Raceway, proudly known as “the action attraction of the Central West.”
Whether you’re here for history, scenery, or a taste of local spirit, Cullen Bullen captures what the Seven Valleys does best - honest, unpolished beauty.
Must-sees in Cullen Bullen
- Tidy Town Skip Line Rest Area - learn about the village’s mining heritage and see the original skip once used to haul coal to the rail siding.
- Cullen Bullen Raceway - experience local motorsport excitement at one of the region’s most loved racing venues.
- Gardens of Stone National Park - explore rugged trails, pagoda rock formations, and sweeping views over the Capertee and Wolgan Valleys.
- Wollemi National Park - discover dramatic gorges, wild bushland, and adventure tracks that showcase the raw beauty of the Seven Valleys.
A small village with a big story - where history, nature, and community spirit come together in the Seven Valleys.
Guides & Itineraries
For coffee lovers
Our cafés are places where good food, friendly faces and a sense of calm come together. These are some of our favourite spots to settle in with a cup and enjoy the moment.
For the Curious Wanderers
Some walks take half an hour. Others take a full day. A few end in darkness, with thousands of tiny lights overhead. We have a track to suit every kind of wander.
For for green thumbs and those that wish they were
Tucked between escarpments, along quiet country roads and behind unassuming gates, the Seven Valleys is home to gardens that reward those who take the time to wander.
For River Seekers
Wild swimming in the Seven Valleys is not something most people come here specifically looking for. It is something you discover along the way.
For the adventurous
The Glow Worm Tunnel is one of the most memorable natural experiences in the Seven Valleys. Set within Wollemi National Park, this former railway tunnel shelters thousands of soft blue lights that cling to the damp stone walls.
Gardens of Stone
· 70 KM
· 1 days
A long gravel ride through open ridgelines and quiet stone country.
For the History Lover
Vertical sandstone cliffs stand guard as you explore the crumbling, vegetation-covered Glen Davis Shale Oil Works structures.
For the Outlook Explorers
If you like your scenery served up without too much effort, the Seven Valleys delivers in spades.
For nature lovers
Towering sandstone pagodas, sheer cliffs, slot canyons and sweeping plateaus give the area a dramatic, sculptural feel. Welcome to Gardens of Stone.
For the explorer
The Bracey Lookout gives a 180° view of the Lithgow Valley, offering one of the best overviews of the city of Lithgow.
For nature lovers
Wolgan Valley is a place of wide horizons, deep stillness and long stories. The valley has been cared for by the Wiradjuri people for tens of thousands of years, and their presence can still be felt in the rock art that lines the sandstone shelters.
Wollemi National Park
· 26 KM
· 2 days
A long gravel ride through open ridgelines and quiet stone country.
Seven Valley's
· 180 KM
· 4 days
A slow camping route through Seven Valleys’ most secluded bush camps.
For the railway enthusiasts
A heritage train ride just outside Lithgow that lets you hop aboard and watch bush, escarpments, and valleys roll by, without needing to be a rail expert to enjoy it.
For lake seekers
Each lake in the Seven Valleys offers its own way of spending a day, shaped by the land around it and the people who know it well.
For the history lover
Built in the 1840's, Eskbank House and Museum showcases a fascinating historical collection of Lithgow's social and industrial heritage.
For the Sky Watchers
Once the sun drops behind the ridgelines, the noise fades, the air cools, and that 7V sky starts to do its thing.
For the Refined Retreaters
Our luxury stays are not about excess, but about quiet beauty, deep rest and experiences shaped by nature.
For the Eccentric Stay Seeker
Staying in the Seven Valleys often means something a little unexpected, with accommodation that reflects the landscape and rewards slowing down.
For the history lover
A heritage-listed 19th century village, Hartley has one of the finest collections of historic buildings in Australia, including its 1837 courthouse.
For the Family Days
Play spaces across the region are practical and easy to use, giving kids freedom to run, climb and explore while the rest of the day unfolds around them.