Far West Region
Travel Times
Birdsville to Longreach 8 Hours 20 Mins
Birdsville to Charleville 9 Hours 50 Mins
Birdsville to Quilpie 7 Hours 30 Mins
Birdsville to Boulia 4 Hours
Weather
Average Temperature 31º C
Average Rainfall 100 mm
About Far West Region
They say they do things better in the west, and the far west of Outback Queensland is no exception.
The farthest corner of Queensland delivers so much more than gibber flats; you’ll find red sand dunes, waterholes, and channel country that can see the whole area go under water.
Nothing is more iconic than standing atop Big Red at sunset, watching the sun dip from the first sand dune of the Simpson Desert (Munga-Thirri National Park).
Travel via desert roads for the opportunity to travel between three states without ever getting on a plane.
Towns
What To Do
Meanwhile in the #outbackqueensland Far West Region
Let it flow, let it flow, let it flow! A few days ago this happened, the head waters of the Flinders River, east of Hughenden. How good is this? Great video by @4hhelicopters #outbackqueensland #visithughenden #riverflow #aftertherain #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
Lazy afternoons by the water, the perfect way to end the day. Freedom Park is a camp ($6 per night) close to Muttaburra. You will need to be self sufficient as there are no facilities. Beautiful photo by @exploring_australia #outbackqueensland #muttaburra #discoverbarcaldine #campinglife #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
@bigredbash is back bigger and better for 2022. Rock the outback like never before featuring an incredible line-up of Aussie rock legends from 5 to 7 July. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure is perfect for families, camping & caravanning enthusiasts, and intrepid travellers alike. All ages and dog friendly - there's something for everybody at the Bash! An incredible line up including @jimmybarnesofficial @missyhigginsmusic @kaseychambersmusic @jonstevensofficial @therealkateceberano and many more. Tickets sold out in record time for the 2021 event - get your crew together and start planning your Outback Queensland road trip of a lifetime! Go to https://www.bigredbash.com.au/ for all the information and tickets. #outbackqueensland #birsdville #bigredbash #musicfestival #theDiamantina #thisiqueensland #itslive #seeaustralia
When you visit Mitchell stop and see an artist’s impression of the capture of one of the Kenniff Brothers, and the monument commemorating members of the police force who fought the bushrangers throughout Australia. The sculpture was designed by Peter Baulch and the Statues represent the capture of Patrick Kenniff, lying on the ground with two police constables standing guard over him.The image facing to the south is that of the Aboriginal Tracker. Fantastic photo by @carolc.photography #outbackqueensland #arrestcreek #sculptureart #mitchell #astrophotography #romarevealed #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia
Road to Rodeo Longreach, a new event experience from the team that brings you the Mount Isa Mines Rodeo @isarodeo. Your Queensland May long weekend is now sorted! 30 April and 01 May will bring 2 Days of non-stop Rodeo action with live entertainment including @thewolfebrothers and @jamesjohnstonmusic. BBQ cooking demonstrations, food and Outback Traders, camping and much more. Book your tickets and start planning your Road to Rodeo. Sale on now and more information via https://www.isarodeo.com.au/ #outbackqueensland #roadtrorodeo #isarodeo #experiencelongreach #thisisqueensland #itslive #seeaustralia
