Adaminaby

Set on the shores of Lake Eucumbene in the Snowy Mountains, Adaminaby is a small town with a big history and an even bigger landscape. This is classic high-country Australia: crisp air, wide skies, and a sense of space that feels almost endless. The town itself is a gateway to trout fishing, snow sports, and the remarkable engineering story of the Snowy Mountains Scheme. For travellers, it’s a peaceful base for exploring the surrounding national parks and alpine scenery.

Highlights & What to See

• Lake Eucumbene – Australia’s largest man-made lake by volume, this is a premier trout-fishing destination. Even if you don’t fish, the vast blue expanse against rolling hills is stunning.
• Snowy Mountains Scheme – Visit the Discovery Centre in Cooma (30 minutes away) or stop at the Adaminaby Big Trout for a quirky photo op that nods to the region’s angling fame.
• Mount Selwyn – A family-friendly ski field just 30 minutes away, offering skiing and snowboarding in winter and scenic chairlift rides in summer.
• Kosciuszko National Park – The park’s northern entrance is a short drive, giving access to walking trails, alpine wildflowers in summer, and cross-country skiing in winter.
• Historic Adaminaby – The town was relocated in the 1950s to make way for the lake; the old townsite emerges when water levels drop, a ghostly reminder of the past.

Suggested Time to Spend

Adaminaby works well as a two-night stop, especially if you’re fishing or skiing. One day is enough to explore the town and lake, but add an extra day for a walk in Kosciuszko National Park or a day on the slopes at Mount Selwyn. If you’re driving the Snowy Mountains circuit, it’s a perfect overnight break between Jindabyne and Cooma.

Nearby Areas Worth Combining

• Cooma – 30 minutes north, the Snowy Mountains Scheme Discovery Centre and a lively country town.
• Jindabyne – 45 minutes south, the main hub for Lake Jindabyne and Thredbo ski resort.
• Providence Portal – A scenic lookout on the Eucumbene River, great for a picnic and photo stop.
• Yarrangobilly Caves – In Kosciuszko National Park, limestone caves with guided tours and a thermal pool.
• Kiandra – A historic gold-mining ghost town and the birthplace of Australian skiing, 40 minutes northwest.

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