Telegraph Point: River, recreation and history

Telegraph Point lies on the Wilson River and can be explored through its waterways, outdoor activities and local history. Log Wharf Reserve brings together a rest area with a picnic area, a boat ramp and an old wharf. Canoe routes, a playground and a local farmers’ market add to the range of reasons to visit.

River, rest area and old wharf

Log Wharf Reserve has a rest area with a picnic area beneath the Pacific Highway bridge. A boat ramp in the reserve provides access to the Wilson River; access to the water may be affected by conditions. If you plan to use the ramp, check conditions before your visit. Facilities may change over time.

The best-preserved old wharf is on the southern bank of the Wilson River, beside the traffic bridge in Log Wharf Reserve. It adds a specific historical feature to the area’s focus on the water. Here, a place to rest, river access and a prominent element of local history sit side by side.

Activities on the water and on land

There are three main canoe routes on the Wilson River at Telegraph Point. Water skiing is also a local activity; availability may depend on conditions. These offer different ways to focus your day on water activities. Bushwalking adds an on-land option, offering a different way to spend time outdoors.

Two nearby landscape features lie in opposite directions: Cairncross State Forest is south of Telegraph Point, while Ballengarra State Forest is to the north. This helps you get your bearings around town and distinguish local activities from the broader landscape features.

Playground, water park and local history

Charlie Watt Reserve Play Space has two slides with ladder access, a climbing wall, two swings—including a baby swing—a seesaw and natural play elements. The specific facilities can help you plan a visit around your family’s interests. Individual play equipment may change as it is maintained.

Stoney Aqua Park is located at 16 Hacks Ferry Road in Telegraph Point. Visits can be planned for a few hours or a full day. As seasonal operating hours may vary, check current operating details before travelling.

The wooden First World War Roll of Honour is mounted on a wall inside Telegraph Point Public Hall. The honour roll lists the names of people who served in the First World War. This memorial makes local history visible through a specific object.

Market visit and trip planning

A local farmers’ market is held monthly on the third Sunday. Check the specific date before travelling.

Explore more destinations: Killara, Cooma, Mount Tomah, Lithgow, Yass River, Nyrang Creek, Central Coast, Menah.

For the broader travel overview: New South Wales.