Discover Mount Panorama

Mount Panorama is a racetrack; Mount Panorama/Wahluu is also a place of significance to the Wiradjuri people. Visitors can explore these themes through a range of experiences: the public road, the elevated boardwalk with its lookout, the National Motor Racing Museum and motorsport memorials. A drive around the circuit, views across the Bathurst Plains and insights into its history are each distinct parts of a visit.

The racetrack: driving, walking and events

Outside major events, Mount Panorama is a public road that visitors can drive for free along its entire length. Road closures may apply during events. So if you’re planning to drive, check the dates relevant to your visit. Visitors can also use the racetrack on foot or by bicycle. However, there are no footpaths along most of the track; take care, and high-visibility clothing is recommended. If you’re deciding between driving, cycling and walking, take these different conditions into account.

The racetrack is also the venue for the Bathurst 1000, held every year in October. Challenge Bathurst takes place annually in November. Experienced motorsport competitors and owners of road-registered high-performance vehicles can drive on the track as part of Challenge Bathurst. Participation is therefore limited to these groups. Dates and participation requirements may change; check the latest information if you’re planning to take part.

Boardwalk, views and landscape

The 1.7-kilometre boardwalk runs from Griffins Bend to the Bathurst Light Car Club, near the exit from Forrest’s Elbow. From the elevated boardwalk and lookout at Mount Panorama/Wahluu, visitors can see the racetrack, the Mount Panorama sign, the city of Bathurst and the expansive Bathurst Plains. The view therefore takes in the track, the city and the surrounding plains. This perspective differs from driving the circuit and makes the boardwalk a distinct focus when exploring Mount Panorama.

Wiradjuri culture and motorsport history

Mount Panorama/Wahluu has been a place of significance to the Wiradjuri people for many thousands of years. Wahluu means “sacred place”; the site was also a place of initiation for young men. Its cultural significance therefore extends well beyond motorsport history. At the boardwalk lookout, visitors can learn more about the site’s significance to the Wiradjuri people and the motorsport community. The lookout offers an opportunity to consider both connections in one place.

The National Motor Racing Museum is located beside the Mount Panorama/Wahluu racetrack. It celebrates the history, personalities and achievements of Australian motorsport and has a changing collection of more than 100 racing cars and motorcycles. The collection offers a close-up look at vehicles; the museum’s purpose also encompasses the people and achievements that have shaped Australian motorsport.

The Bathurst Endurance Walk is also located at the National Motor Racing Museum. It honours the winners of the Bathurst 6 Hour, Bathurst 12 Hour and Bathurst 24 Hour races. The Peter Brock Memorial is another place of remembrance: it is located on the Mount Panorama racetrack in Bathurst and commemorates the “King of the Mountain”. The statue depicts Peter Brock with the James Hardy Trophy on his iconic 1984 Holden VK Commodore. The walk and memorial therefore refer to different aspects of motorsport history: the winners of three endurance races and one individual racing personality.

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