It's one of the iconic images of Australia. The endless flat landscapes of the Hay Plains provide stunning 360-degree sunsets with a kaleidoscope of colours all year round.
Set on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, the welcoming town of Hay is surrounded by the iconic Hay Plains, a landscape so unique and magnificent it is providing the backdrop for the new Mad Max prequel “Furiosa”.
Hay is 730km west of Sydney and in the centre of the Long Paddock driving route that takes visitors from the Murray, through the Riverina and into the centre of NSW.
Midway between Sydney and Adelaide, Hay is a place to discover those striking Outback sunsets, fascinating museums, winding cycleways and a rich agricultural heritage.
Dan McDonald, from McDonald Hospitality Brokers, says it’s also a place to make tremendous profits in the accommodation sector.
He is marketing the Big 4 Hay Holiday Park with a price of $4,250,000 for the freehold.

The property is a blue chip award-winning caravan park for sale, an impeccably presented veritable oasis located at the heart of the Cobb, Sturt and Western Highway junctions.
A Big 4 chain member, this superb park is run under management and showed a turnover of more than $700K in 2021/2022 despite COVID keeping many of Australia’s grey nomads garaged.
“It’s a terrific property with great returns in a really popular tourist area,” Mr McDonald said.
“There are 44 powered sites, 18 refurbished cabins with a diverse range of accommodation options, an in‐ground salt-water swimming pool, a large undercover camp kitchen, a BBQ area, and children’s playground.”

There is also ample parking and an amenities block, and the property is set on beautifully maintained grounds .
The Big 4 Hay Holiday Park also comes with a refurbished and spacious three-bedroom residence for the manager.
There are also many opportunities to develop and expand an already thriving business.
Hay, which has a population of about 3000, is one of Australia’s most interesting and rewarding tourist destinations.
It has been one of Australia’s major wool growing areas since the 1850s and the wool industry is celebrated at Shear Outback – The Australian Shearers Hall of Fame.
Visitors there can watch a live sheep shearing demonstration and meet many colourful characters of the bush.

Free bicycles are available from the Hay Visitor Information Centre, and it’s a relaxing ride to pedal along the Bidgee Riverside Trail, which is dotted with sculptures and information panels that tell the story of the town. Tourists can also cycle down to Sandy Point Beach on the edge of the river for a cooling swim, a spot of fishing or a shady picnic.
The Dunera Museum highlights the lives of the thousands of German, Austrian, Italian and Japanese men who were imprisoned there during the Second World War.
The Bishop’s Lodge Historic House is an early example of sustainable architecture, built in 1888 iron and designed to withstand summer heat. The Hay Gaol, built in 1878, has thrown open its barred doors to become a fascinating museum filled with local artefacts.
There also are many exciting special events held throughout the year, including the thrilling Hay Rodeo in March, the Hay Merino Sheep Show in June and the Booligal Sheep Races in Booligal, north of Hay, in April. In November, Hay hosts the biggest country race meeting in NSW.
The most thrilling of all the shows in Hay, though, comes at the Sunset Viewing Area, 16km north of town on the Cobb Highway.
Nature turns on a stunning 360-degree light show of glorious colours that is one of the best in Australia.
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