Hermits Cave

Hermit's Cave and Scenic Lookout

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Griffith, New South Wales

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Scenic Drive,
Griffith,
New South Wales
2680.

Hermit's Cave is well worth a visit - perched high on the ridge of Scenic Hill, part of the McPherson Ranges, it offers a fabulous view across irrigated farmland to the Binya Hills and Cocoparra National Park in the distance. The cave was once the home of Valerio Ricetti, a miner from Broken Hill who lived the life of a hermit in his cave on Scenic Hill for many years. A keen gardener, Valerio transformed the rocky escarpment and created dry-stone walls, paths and stone steps creating access to areas that he called, the Garden, the Chapel and the Main Cave. The walls of the Main Cave feature paintings of small daisies, created by Ricetti. The living areas and stone walls are marked on the storyboard and form part of a signed heritage trail/walk. Please wear sturdy walking shoes as the paths are uneven. Call by the Griffith Tourism Hub for a copy of the Hermit's story and Heritage Trail brochure....

Product Types

  • Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
  • Natural Attractions

Facilities found here

  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Lookouts
  • Pet Friendly - Enquire

Activities you can engage in

  • Walks

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Hermits Cave
Hermits Cave