Colo, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Colo Sydney, New South Wales
Colo Location in New South Wales
Postcode(s)	2756
Elevation	15 m (49 ft)
Location	85 km (53 mi) NW of Sydney CBD
LGA(s)	City of Hawkesbury
State electorate(s)	Hawkesbury
Federal Division(s)	Macquarie
Suburbs around Colo: Central Colo Yengo National Park Yengo National Park Central Colo Colo Lower Portland Wheeny Creek Wheeny Creek Sackville

Colo is a peaceful small town in New South Wales, Australia. It's located about 85 kilometers (53 miles) north-west of Sydney. This area is known for its beautiful nature. The famous Colo River flows through it. Parts of the amazing Wollemi National Park are also found here. The main road connecting Colo to other places is called Putty Road. The Hawkesbury River forms the southern and eastern edges of the Colo area.

What is Colo Like?

Colo is a quiet place surrounded by nature. It's perfect for people who love the outdoors. The town is part of the City of Hawkesbury local government area. This means it's managed by the Hawkesbury Council.

Nature and Rivers in Colo

Colo is special because of its rivers and national parks.

• The Colo River is a beautiful waterway. It's popular for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.
• The Hawkesbury River is a larger river. It marks the southern and eastern borders of Colo.
• A big part of the Wollemi National Park is near Colo. This park is huge and full of amazing plants and animals. It's a great place for bushwalking and exploring.

How Many People Live in Colo?

Colo is a very small community. In 2016, the population of Colo was counted as part of a nearby area called Mountain Lagoon. Together, these areas had about 327 people. This shows that Colo is a quiet place with lots of open space.