Central West Region
Travel Times
Longreach to Winton 1hr 50m
Longreach to Charleville 5hr 30m
Longreach to Brisbane (by air) 1hr 45m
Longreach to Townsville (by air) 2hr 25m
Weather
Average Temperature 31º C
Average Rainfall 393 mm
About Central West Region
There’s lots to love about the heart of the Outback.
Outback Queensland’s central west wears its history on its sleeve, proudly the birthplace of Qantas, Waltzing Matilda and Australia’s Labor Party.
Pioneering history is at its core of the central west and you can explore it by galloping horse-drawn stagecoach, sunset river cruises and live performances at the Stockman’s Hall of Fame.
For history that predates early settlers, the world’s largest collection of Australia dinosaur fossils can be found at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum in Winton.
Towns
What To Do
Meanwhile in the #outbackqueensland Central West Region
That's not a knife, that's a knife! One of the most iconic movie sayings and one of the most iconic pubs in Outback Queensland. A true blue Australian pub established in the 1900's, the Walkabout Creek Hotel, was made famous when Paul Hogan swaggered up to the bar as Mick Dundee in Crocodile Dundee. Inside the pub you'll find plenty of memorabilia to bring back those movie memories. Plus you are assured of a hearty pub meal, a cold beer (or two), or you can stay the night in their caravan park or in one their single rooms. #outbackqueensland #walkaboutcreekhotel #crocodiledundee #mckinlay #juliacreek #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
The Barcy Base Camp in Barcaldine is the home of Trackers Tours and the Desert Dreaming Centre. The Desert Dreaming Centre offers a variety of authentic aboriginal cultural experiences with the aim of "sharing the Dreaming" with workshops in Ocre, Boomerang, Message Sticks and dance. Here you can also experience their Dreaming Dinner under the stars with Tracker Tours. You will observe presentations by the Desert Dust Dancers accompanied by a three course Trade Route Tucker. Trackers Tours also offers full and half day tours including Dinosaur Dreaming Trail and Outback Sculpture Trail. The Base Camp is open Monday to Friday 2.00pm to 5.00pm. For more information and to book go to https://trackerstours.com.au/ #outbackqueensland #barcybasecamp #trackerstours #desertdreamingcentre #discoverbarcaldine #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
The Burke and Wills ‘Dig Tree' is one of Australia's national icons and an enduring reminder of our pioneering spirit. Nappa Merrie Station is proud to officially manage the site on behalf of The Royal Historical Society of Queensland. Located on the Northern bank of Coopers Creek the ‘Dig Tree' is a Coolibah (Eucalyptus microtha). It is believed that the tree is 200-250 years old. There is a conservation fee of $20 per vehicle or $60 per bus to visit the Dig Tree Reserve. If you are planning a visit to the Dig Tree, you can pre-pay the conservation fee on https://tinyurl.com/DigTreeFee You can find more information about the Dig Tree here http://www.thedigtree.com.au/ #outbackqueensland #explorebulloo #digtree #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
Switch off and indulge when you stay at Rangelands Outback Camp! You can relax and unwind either in their Mahal Lounge or on the main deck while their gourmet chef will satisfy your appetite with delicious meals that stay in touch with outback culture with local herbs & spices. Did you know all breakfasts and gourmet dinners including a selection of fine wines, beer and top shelf spirits are all-inclusive when dining at Rangelands. Plus you will receive their welcome signature sunset drinks and canapés on the deck on arrival. There's also a self-serve bar to make your own cocktails! Rangelands opens from 11 April. Book now to avoid disappointment as there are only 8 exclusive tents. Type in your browser https://rangelandscamp.com/book-now/ #outbackqueensland #rangelandsoutbackcamp #luxuryglamping #experiencewinton #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
Looking for a beach to bush adventure! Travelling the @overlandersway offers dramatic landscapes, pulsating wildlife, breath-taking adventure and rich Indigenous and prehistoric history, all packaged with the convenience of welcoming towns, coffee culture, spell-binding tours and world-premier attractions. Townsville -> Charters Towers -> Hughenden -> Richmond -> Julia Creek -> Cloncurry -> Mount Isa #outbackqueensland #overlandersway #hittheroad #selfdrive #drivenorthqueensland #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
