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ABOUT Birdsville
At the end of the Birdsville Track is the frontier town of Birdsville, one of Outback Australia’s most recognised towns.
Deep in the heart of wild and isolated country, Birdsville is situated between the eastern edge of the Simpson Desert, the vast gibber plains of Sturt’s Stony Desert to the south and rich Channel Country to the north.
Once a notorious place through which cattle drovers moved their stock, Birdsville is a thriving community where you can enjoy a cold drink at the iconic Birdsville Hotel, try your taste buds on a curried camel pie, back a winner at the world-renowned Birdsville Races or dance the day away at the Birdsville Big Red bash.
Watch the sunset over Big Red, the tallest sand dune in the Simpson Desert or spend an unforgettable day with family and friends at the Birdsville billabong, where birdlife, fish, yabbies and marsupials abound.
If you’ve always wanted to visit this iconic destination, now is the time to tick Birdsville off your bucket list.
Places to stay near Birdsville
Diamantina National Park Camping
Enjoy spectacular sunsets and abundant bird life from river bank or beside the creek when camping in Diamantina ‘under the shade of a coolibah tree’.
MoreSaltbush Retreat
Saltbush Retreat’s rustic but beautiful accommodation reflects the unique textures and tones of Outback Queensland.
MoreMitchell Grass Retreat
Luxury Under Canvas. Opened in 2020, Mitchell Grass Retreat is a luxury glamping retreat based in Longreach, Outback Queensland.
MoreBarcaldine Country Motor Inn
The Barcaldine Country Motor Inn is a quality air-conditioned motel situated on the corner of the Capricorn and Landsborough Highways.
MoreCunnamulla Tourist Park
The park is ideally located at the cross roads of the Matilda and Adventure Highways and is the perfect spot to base yourself.
MoreBailey Bar Caravan Park
This little tree lined park is a winter haven for many travellers looking for a homely stop over on their way to the north.
MoreCharlotte Plains
Charlotte Plains is a family-owned and operated sheep station near Cunnamulla Queensland!
MoreCobbold Village
Deep in the heart of the Gulf Savannah region in Far North Queensland is a hidden outback oasis – Cobbold Gorge.
MoreGoldfields Hotel & Finnigan’s Rest
Located in the Gulf Savannah region, The Goldfield’s Hotel is a landmark building in Forsayth, North QLD.
MoreRoma Central Motel
The brand new Roma Central Motel offers contemporary well-appointed accommodation. They are centrally located and just a few minutes’ walk to most facilities in Roma.
MoreThings to see and do near Birdsville
Mount Slowcombe Lookout is located close to the small town of Yaraka. The panoramic view takes in the nearby Yang Yang ranges.
Mt Slowcombe Lookout
The Waltzing Matilda Centre is a museum so steeped in Australiana that the architecture itself references the landscape and history of the local region.
Waltzing Matilda Centre
The Outer Barcoo Interpretive Centre, a museum depicting the evolution of nature from 100 million years ago to the present.
Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre
A place where there is nothing but you and nature, a birdwatchers and bushwalkers paradise.
Iningai Nature Reserve
Yowah Artesian Spa. There are two pools, the first warmer than the second.
Yowah Artesian Pools
The Ilfracombe Memorial Park, located in the centre of town offers access to the local swimming pool and Artesian Spa.
Ilfracombe Memorial Park, Swimming Pool and Spa
A hidden gem in Ilfracombe, Queensland with a 1 mile display of farm machinery and local history, a great way to spend an afternoon.
Lynn Cameron Machinery Mile and Heritage Precinct (Ilfracombe , Qld)
The Cloncurry/Mary Kathleen Memorial Park Complex is located just off the main highway that runs through town with ample parking for cars, caravans and motorhomes.
Cloncurry Mary Kathleen Memorial Park Complex
The Warrego River Walk takes you along the scenic banks of the Warrego, across black flood plains and through the channels.
Cunnamulla Riverwalk
The Artesian Time Tunnel located in the Cunnamulla Fella Visitor Centre takes visitors on a chronological journey through time in an interactive experience.
Cunnamulla Artesian Time Tunnel, Museum and Art Gallery
Visitors to Cunnamulla can be forgiven for mistaking this outback town’s main street “Stockyard Street” for Melbourne’s Hosier Lane.
Cunnamulla Art Alleyway on Stockyard Street
While at Birdsville why not try these Tours
Dingo Trax – Birdsville and Outback Queensland
Whether you are a seasoned 4WD enthusiast or completely new to it all, Dingo Trax have your back!
MoreEromanga Natural History Museum
The Eromanga Natural History Museum is committed to discovering, conserving and showcasing the fossil, natural and cultural heritage from the prehistoric and modern-day environments.
MoreRed Dirt Tours
Red Dirt Tours is your Winton touring specialist and offers a number of tours to the spectacular natural and man-made attractions of the Winton region.
MoreOutback Pioneers
Outback Pioneers’ award-winning outback tours and experiences, based in Longreach, is all about holidays and experiences that bring the pioneer past to life.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Outback Rail Adventure Day Tours
The Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours’ newest tourism experience reconnecting our visitors with the romance of rail.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Day Tours
Outback Aussie Tours is a family-owned local operator with over 35 years of experience and unrivalled local Outback Queensland knowledge, passion and connections.
MoreNorth West Tours
North West Tours specialise in small group tours around Mount Isa and beyond.
MoreOutback Date Farms
Outback Date Farms is an Australian, family run enterprise based in Charleville, Queensland. We grow delicious eating dates. The farm is environmentally friendly, utilising recycled
MoreCharleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’
Discover stars, WWII secrets and bilbies for starters on Charleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’ day tour in Outback Queensland. Morning tea, lunch and transfers included.
MoreWWII Secret Tag-A-Long Tour – Charleville
Discover why over 3500 United States Army Air Force personnel were stationed in Charleville during World War II.
MoreCobbold Gorge Tours
Deep in the heart of the Gulf Savannah region of Far North Queensland is a hidden outback oasis – Cobbold Gorge.
MoreYagurli Tours
Yagurli Tours is an Indigenous owned business operated by the Gangalidda and Garawa Peoples.
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