Big Merino
Goulburn, New South Wales
A concrete merino ram about 15 m tall beside the Hume Highway at Goulburn, a classic Big Thing from 1985. Goulburn is in wool country, and the ram is a quick, free leg-stretch on the Sydney–Melbourne run.
- Nearest town
- Goulburn, New South Wales
- Category
- Roadside oddities
- GPS
- -34.7632, 149.7045
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually February–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January, May and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Big Merino?
Big Merino is in Goulburn, New South Wales, at GPS -34.7632, 149.7045.
Which road trips pass Big Merino?
Big Merino is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Sydney to Melbourne: the Princes coast out, the Hume home.
What is there to see near Big Merino?
Places worth a stop nearby: Berrima historic village (65 km), Fitzroy Falls, Morton National Park (72 km), Hampden Bridge, Kangaroo Valley (76 km) and Australian War Memorial (78 km).
When is the best time to visit Big Merino?
The most pleasant months are usually February–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January, May and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)