Gwydir Country

Upper Horton

NSW 2347 · Gwydir Shire

Upper Horton sits on Killarney Gap / Barraba approaches with Horton Falls and Rocky Creek Glacial Area nearby. Free/cheap camping is run via the Sports Club; New Year campdraft and rodeo pull a statewide crowd. Pack for self-contained travel and confirm club meal nights (often Wed–Sun evenings).

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Stay

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Upper Horton Caravan and Camping Area

Upper Horton camping: free unpowered or about $10 powered, toilets/showers, pay at Sports Club.

Village camping with powered sites (~$10) and free unpowered — fees via Sports Club.

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Eat & drink

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Upper Horton Sports Club

Upper Horton Sports Club for hearty meals, events and caravan/camp site fees.

Village social hub — meals, cold drinks and camping fee collection for Upper Horton.

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Things to do

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Bike Territory Castletop

Guided and self-ride off-road biking with cabin and camping options at Castletop.

Off-road ATV and trail-bike experiences with camping/cabins near Upper Horton.

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Horton Falls

Horton Falls lookouts, gorge walk options, BBQ area — spectacular after rain.

Swimming holes, lookouts and walks south of Coolatai country via Upper Horton.

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Rocky Creek Glacial Area

290-million-year-old landscape with rock pools and permanent water holes on Killarney Gap Road.

Ancient volcanic/glacial landscape with rock pools — geology day trip from Upper Horton.

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Events

Upper Horton Campdraft and Rodeo — 29 Dec 2026