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ABOUT Hungerford
Hungerford, a tiny border town located near the Paroo River on the Queensland/New South Wales border, features a large boarder gate that doubles as a Wild Dog and Dingo Fence. The town was named after Irish pioneer pastoralist Thomas Hungerford.
The Royal Mail Hotel is located in the main street of Hungerford on the Dowling Track, and is within short driving distance of the Currawinya National Park. The Pub stands near the Queensland/New South Wales Border adjacent to a large gate in the rabbit proof Dog/Dingo Barrier Fence, which allows access between the States. Accommodation is available at the Royal Mail in a number of rooms, including a single, twin and a family room plus a Bunkhouse, which accommodates 18 people. There are Shower and Toilet Blocks, and Laundry Facilities in the grounds of the Hotel for guests.
The Hungerford “Royal Mail Hotel” was constructed in 1873 of corrugated iron, which was transported over 200 kilometres from New South Wales on bush tracks. It is the original building, which is still in use to this day. The Royal Mail was originally a Cobb & Co Staging Post where weary horses and travellers gained some respite from the road, heat and infrequent floods. Even Henry Lawson, the Poet, had an Ale at the Royal Mail, and a welcome break from the harshness of the Outback countryside. The Royal Mail, as it was in the past, is still a meeting place for the locals, families, shearers, stockmen, and a resting place for travellers who all enjoy the homely, unsophisticated, friendly feel of this iconic Outback Pub. Many visitors use the Royal Mail Hotel as a base for visits to the Currawinya National Park.
The Wild Dog Barrier Fence as we know it today was originally conceived as a means of controlling rabbit infestations in the 1880’s. Over time, smaller sections of fence have been joined together, and the entire structure stretches from Jimbour in Queensland to the Eyre Peninsular in South Australia.
Hungerford holds and annual sports day in October which features a horse and motor bike gymkhana.
Places to stay near Hungerford
Alroy Station
110 kmAlroy Station is a working sheep and cattle station situated in remote Outback Queensland.
MoreArtesian Waters Caravan Park
116 kmArtesian Waters Caravan Park is a popular spot for opal fossickers and tourists alike. It is located in the heart of the Yowah opal fields,
MoreFrancvillers Station
157 kmFrancvillers Station is 50,000 acres of beautiful ‘salad bowl’ country, which is made up of Gidgee flats, Sandhills and Mitchell grass plains.
MoreWarrego Riverside Tourist Park
159 kmWelcome to Cunnamulla Caravan & Tourist Park, the only outback park with an absolute water frontage!
MoreCunnamulla Tourist Park
161 kmThe park is ideally located at the cross roads of the Matilda and Adventure Highways and is the perfect spot to base yourself.
MoreWarrego Hotel Motel
161 kmIf you’re looking for somewhere a little different for your next family or business trip, then the Warrego Hotel Motel might be for you!
MoreOutback Luxury Glamping at Club Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla
161 kmThis Luxury Glamping accommodates has it’s own private ensuite, power, hi speed wifi, mini bar fridge, tea & coffee making facilities and more.
MoreClub Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla Accommodation
161 kmRelish in the convenience and quality which is blended in a grand style unique to Club Boutique Hotel, the top choice accommodation in Cunnamulla.
MoreHotel Cunnamulla
162 kmHotel Cunnamulla offers real country comfort with classic country hotel-style rooms with private ensuites.
MoreBottle Tree Cottage
162 kmThis inviting outback cottage, has almost 100 years of history, and is recently renovated.
MoreThings to see and do near Hungerford
The Caiwarra – Paroo River Fishing Spot is located in the Currawinya National Park. You can expect to be able to catch yellowbelly and catfish
Caiwarra – Paroo River Fishing Spot Hungerford
15 km
Red sandplains and mulga scrubs give little hint to the lakes, rivers and wetlands that make Currawinya one of Australia’s most important inland waterbird habitats.
Currawinya National Park
19 km
Lake Bindegolly National Park is a remote but accessible park on the edge of Queensland’s channel country. This park is a bird and sunset-watcher’s paradise,
Lake Bindegolly National Park
103 km
The Five Mile Waterhole at Eulo is the perfect spot to throw a line in and catch Yellowbelly, Catfish and Yabbies.
Eulo Five Mile Waterhole 4WD Only
109 km
The Eulo Town Hole is a fantastic fishing area in South West Queensland. Expect to catch yellowbelly and cat fish in this area.
Eulo Town Camping & Fishing Hole
111 km
Artesian mud baths are located in a unique relaxing outdoor environment, only 500m away from Eulo town.
Eulo Artesian Mud Baths
111 km
The Eulo Heritage Trail gives you a great insight into the wild days of Eulo.
Eulo Heritage Trail
112 km
The Mud Springs are located nine kilometres west of Eulo. The mud springs have evolved due to the underground pressure from the Great Artesian Basin,
Mud Springs
113 km
The Yowah opal field, which includes the nearby area known as Black Gate, is the southernmost opal mining centre of western Queensland.
Yowah Fossicking Area
116 km
Yowah Artesian Spa. There are two pools, the first warmer than the second.
Yowah Artesian Pools
116 km
The Dowling Track is Four Wheel Drive experience linking Back ‘o’ Bourke and beyond to Quilpie in South West Queensland, total kilometres, 567.
Dowling Track
123 km
The Bulloo River flows through the town of Thargomindah and there are several different fishing holes along the river.
Pelican Point River Walk
124 kmWhile at Hungerford why not try these Tours
Desert Gateway Dirt Bike Tours
125 kmFollow in the footsteps of Burke and Wills and explore some of the country’s most untouched and unique tracks where very few dare to venture.
MoreEromanga Natural History Museum
260 kmThe Eromanga Natural History Museum is committed to discovering, conserving and showcasing the fossil, natural and cultural heritage from the prehistoric and modern-day environments.
MoreNullawokka First Nations Tours
319 kmNullawokka First Nations Tours is based in Bollon, south west Queensland. The company is owned and operated by Bill Speedy.
MoreOutback Date Farms
337 kmOutback Date Farms is an Australian, family run enterprise based in Charleville, Queensland. We grow delicious eating dates. The farm is environmentally friendly, utilising recycled
MoreTravel West Outback Tours
339 kmTravel West operate Four Wheel Drive Motel Accommodated Tag Along Tours to Birdsville, Innamincka and the Corner Country.
MoreCharleville Bilby Experience
340 kmSee bilbies in their nocturnal house and learn how our breeding facilities are making a massive difference at saving them from extinction.
MoreCharleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’
340 kmDiscover 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
340 kmDiscover why over 3500 United States Army Air Force personnel were stationed in Charleville during World War II.
MoreRiversands Vineyards Tours
420 kmRiversands Vineyards in conjunction with the St George Explore Centre run a combined cotton farm & vineyard tour from April to September.
MoreSandytown River Cruises
420 kmSandytown River Cruises offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beautiful Balonne River, a small but important part of Queensland’s inland river system.
MoreSt George Heritage Tour
421 kmDiscover the stories and legends of St George, including a visit to the Anchorage Homestead with a fully guided tour including morning tea.
MoreCotton Farm and Vineyard Tour
421 kmDon’t miss out on experiencing the Cotton Farm and Winery Tour held from May to September.
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