Welcome to Mudgee Region. Think rustic charm, vineyards, rolling green hills, exquisite food and delectable wine. Think Mudgee Region.
Offering the discerning traveller a chance to reset their senses, and a taste of what country living might be like, you’ll find Mudgee Region nestled in the hills just 268 km north-west of Sydney.
Mudgee Region exudes country charm yet offers sophisticated food, wine, heritage and year-round event experiences. Enjoy the best of both worlds with a central township boasting boutique shopping and exquisite dining options surrounded by picturesque country landscapes and over 35 family owned wineries.
The name Mudgee is derived from the Wiradjuri term Moothi, meaning ‘Nest in the Hills’
Mudgee is 268km north-west of Sydney, a 3.5 hour drive or 45 minute flight
The town of Mudgee was established circa 1800
Population – over 25,000
Townships – Mudgee // Gulgong // Kandos // Rylstone (and small towns in between)
Elevation – 454m
Major industries – tourism, viticulture, agriculture and mining
Average annual rainfall – 670mm
Area – 9,000 sq km
No traffic lights
| Spring (September to November) | min 8º, max 23ºC |
| Summer (December to February) | min 15º, max 30ºC |
| Autumn (March to May) | min 9º, max 23ºC |
| Winter (June to August) | min 2º, max 15ºC |
