Hewn out of the living rock in the 1860s using hand tools and blasting powder, Big Hill Cutting was at one time the deepest railway cutting in the southern hemisphere. Taken as it was near the eastern end of the cutting, even this pic doesn't properly illustrate the depth.

The cutting has a long and macabre history, with several workers killed during its construction due to a blasting accident and several drivers later perishing after crashing their automobiles through the old timber bridge's guardrails and down onto the rails below. Despite the history, it's a peaceful and beautiful place.

The old railway line was abandoned in the 1970s and runs for around 50km between the towns of Thirlmere and Mittagong. Although not a proper rail trail, there are service trails parallelling the railway for much of its length. I've walked it a few times, including the trip pictured which was undertaken 2-Boot-Drive Swagman style ;-)

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Colo Vale

While visiting Colo Vale, you might make a stop by sights like Nattai National Park and Bargo River State Conservation Area.

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Alpine

When in Alpine, you can plan a visit to Destination Southern Highlands and Bargo River State Conservation Area, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Braemar

The restaurants and gardens are just a few features travelers like about Braemar. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Destination Southern Highlands and Mount Jellore Lookout are a few top places to visit.

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Mittagong Town Centre

While Mittagong Town Centre isn't home to many top sights, Destination Southern Highlands and Mount Jellore Lookout are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Welby

Though Welby might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Destination Southern Highlands and Artemis Wines.

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What's it like in Balmoral?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Mittagong's Balmoral neighborhood. Be sure to check out Bargo State Conservation Area and Bargo River State Conservation Area as part of your Balmoral travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Balmoral, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Balmoral.

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What can I see and do in this Mittagong neighborhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Balmoral with a visit to Bargo State Conservation Area and Bargo River State Conservation Area. You might also plan a stop at Wirrimbirra Flora & Fauna Sanctuary when you're sightseeing around the area.

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