Top Things to do in Outback Queensland
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Outback Queensland, Queensland
Discover the best top things to do in Outback Queensland, Australia including Neil Spencer Gallery, Camden Park Station, Lake Dunn Sculpture Trail, Hydro Power Plant, Cunnamulla Water Tower Art, Moura Miners' Memorial, Moura Water Tower Art, Burke and Wills Tree, Hotel Corones, Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre.
Restaurants in Outback Queensland
1. Neil Spencer Gallery
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Art Gallery and Studio
2. Camden Park Station
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5.0 based on 99 reviews
Live Australia’s outback story on a tour of Camden Park Station. Meet Outback Dan and the Walker family and visit their 18,000 acre working sheep and cattle station. Walk through the historical homestead gardens, shearing shed and cattle yards then tour the farm after a scrumptious smoko. Visit the unknown swagman's grave, of a young man who set out for Camden Park Station looking to make his own opportunities, but unfortunately never made it. Bask in the picturesque Artesian spring and bore, enjoy a delicious smoko afternoon tea, and take in the 360 degree views without a man-made structure in sight from Longreach’s highest lookout. Visit the historic 'dry bottom' Chinaman's well that was built following the gold rush. Walk the path of Queen Elizabeth II and Price Phillip from their 1970 visit and marvel at the oldest private ballroom in the outback, built in 1927 of Jarrah wood and featuring an exquisite chandelier. Visit the unknown swagman's grave, of a young man set out for Camden Park Station looking to make his own opportunities, but unfortunately never made it. Book a tour of Camden Park Station now at the Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame or via Outback Aussie Tours.
Reviewed By Sculthorpe-Pike - Brisbane, Australia
This was a brilliant way to end the day and our outback tour. Dan took us around the station and entertained us with plenty of stories ending the evening around a campfire, with plenty of drinks and nibbles, to watch the sun go down. Great guy An experience totally not to be missed.
3. Lake Dunn Sculpture Trail
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Osmond123 - Maryborough, Australia
We were on a motorbike and only did the bitumen section. But... we were not disappointed. Loved the sculptures and can’t wait to get back in the car and complete the rest of it!!!
4. Hydro Power Plant
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By 993anitat - Forster, Australia
We dropped into the information centre to find out what there was to do in Thargomindah. Surprisingly, there was heaps. We ended up buying a $12.50pp entry to three historical exhibits around town. There was the Hydro Power Plant, the Old Hospital and the Old Gaol. The Hydro Power Plant was my favourite. Loved the fact that this small town was so very important back in the day coming in third in the world, and just one day behind Paris, to have the lights at night generated by a hydro scheme run from the bore water. The video and hologram information is very cool as well as informative. .
5. Cunnamulla Water Tower Art
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By KimMorgan2014 - Maroochydore, Australia
Amazing depiction of local kids by renowned artist Guido van Helten. Easy to see from the road to get pics. Located close to the heart of Cunnamulla township and easy to spot.
6. Moura Miners' Memorial
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By CodyMav - Gold Coast, Australia
What a tribute ! This large & free memorial is right beside the visitors centre, and is dedicated to the numerous who lost their lives in the mines over the years. Stunning architectural work honouring those souls. Well done Moura, you should be very proud
7. Moura Water Tower Art
8. Burke and Wills Tree
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By ready_travellers
This is an isolated location, on the Nappa Merrie cattle station, and is well worth making a special trip to see. We arrived late in the afternoon, and camped overnight on the banks of Cooper Creek. This is one of the most serene camp sites we have ever stayed - bird life is abundant, yet it is calm and quiet. The $20 entry fee per car pays for improvements and facilities on site. Detailed, informative signage and boardwalks have recently been installed to improve the visitor's experience. There are three trees of note: The Dig Tree - carved in 1862 by Alexander Howitt's Search Party, Brahe's Tree - The 'Real' Dig Tree for Burke and Wills, and the 'Face' Tree - carving of Robert O'Hara Burke. These Coolabah trees are ancient and gnarly - if only they could talk! After spending a couple of hours viewing the trees, we were humbled by both the achievements and failings of the Burke and Wills Expedition.
9. Hotel Corones
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
If you love a great story then this is one you just can't visit Charleville and not hear. The story of Hotel Corones and the man behind it is a story like no other and one that has to be heard to believed! Harry 'POPPA' Corones was a remarkable early day entrepreneur who arrived in Australia penniless and went on to make Australian history numerous times throughout his life. This tour is filled with his story and the comical antics he used to get up to, tales of the rich and famous who have all stayed in the hotel, [including Royalty & what unusual request did early day Aviator Amy Johnson make upon arrival], the odd ghost story and beautiful architectural features on both the top and bottom floor of the hotel, concluding with a relaxing afternoon tea in the dining room. Tours operate every day [except Tuesday & Thursday] commencing at 2pm. Bookings are essential.
10. Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Visit the Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre, which features a world-class fossil exhibit, local arts and crafts, all sorts of relics and a theatrette which features a film on the Isisford area since settlement. Meet the Isisfordia Duncani, the oldest modern Crocodile or an over 100 million year old Bulldog fish which belongs to a group of fishes known as Ichthyodectiforms.
