Discover Cumnock

A sculpture trail with 111 two-metre-high structures, a swimming pool and markets selling local produce give Cumnock a varied character. Especially unusual is Animals on Bikes: the route runs through Molong, Cumnock and Yeoval to Dubbo Zoo. There are also smaller details along the way, a public memorial park and activities that reveal another side of the town.

Animals on Bikes: a long route with striking figures

The Animals on Bikes paddock art sculpture trail is 120 kilometres long. Its 111 two-metre-high structures are complemented by some smaller mailboxes. The different sizes make the design varied: the smaller objects, as well as the large figures, are part of the trail’s appearance. Cumnock is one stop on the route, which also includes Molong, Yeoval and Dubbo Zoo.

The tour is free and can be enjoyed at any time as a self-drive tour, at your own pace, along the sealed route. You can view the figures from the window of a car or motorhome. This makes it a driving experience rather than a guided tour. The 120-kilometre distance is an important reference for planning your day; no particular pace or duration is specified. If this experience interests you, you can include Cumnock as one of the route’s destinations in your travel plans.

Swimming pool and green spaces in town

Cumnock Swimming Pool combines a 25-metre main pool with a 9 m × 6 m toddlers’ pool. The facility also has barbecue facilities, change rooms, a kiosk, picnic tables, toilets and a youth activity area. The different pool sizes and additional facilities make the swimming pool a separate option for visitors alongside the drive along the sculpture trail. When choosing your holiday rental, you can consider which of these facilities matter to you as part of your travel interests.

Cumnock War Memorial Park offers a different atmosphere. Mature trees and lawns define the grounds, while stone entrance gates and a sundial provide striking features. The park is also the setting for various memorial ceremonies throughout the year. The design of the place is thus connected with its role in collective remembrance, without confusing the park with the swimming pool’s active facilities.

Markets, produce and a shared path

The 2026 Cumnock Markets will offer fresh cakes and biscuits, jams, chutneys, pickled products, fresh produce and handcrafted goods. The market is held at Crossroads Park in Cumnock, opposite the General Store. The variety ranges from food to handcrafted goods. The one-day Cumnock Show has a distinct focus: it is a small, family-oriented event that celebrates and promotes local produce and talent in the Cumnock area. The market and the show provide different occasions to showcase local products and skills.

There is also a shared path for getting around town, along the northern side of McLaughlan Street. It runs from Obley Street to the Oval. Its location and named endpoints provide a specific reference for this section; no more than its route should be inferred from this.

Which holiday rental suits your stay?

If Animals on Bikes is what inspires your trip, your plans will centre on driving through several towns. If you would rather explore the offerings in Cumnock itself, you can weigh up the swimming pool, park, market and show as different interests for your stay. A holiday rental in Cumnock focuses your search on the town; which accommodation suits your plans depends on which experiences you want to prioritise.

More places in this guide: Tura Beach, Lawson, Fordwich, La Perouse, Kempsey, Dareton, Myall Park, Kiama.

For the broader travel guide: New South Wales.