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ABOUT Julia Creek
Nestled on the Overlander’s Way, Julia Creek is a vibrant outback town located 650 km west of Townsville and 250 km east of Mount Isa. Known as the “Gateway to the Gulf” it lies in the heart of North Outback Queensland, sustained by the Great Artesian Basin. The town’s iconic 30-metre-tall wine-glass-shaped water tower cools and pressurizes its artesian water supply, a testament to the innovative spirit of this remote community.
Julia Creek is home to the endangered Julia Creek Dunnart, a shy nocturnal marsupial found on the surrounding Mitchell grass downs. Visitors can catch a rare glimpse of this elusive creature at the award-winning ‘At the Creek’ Visitor Information Centre.
After a long day of exploring, unwind in the luxurious Artesian Baths—a hidden gem in the Outback. These private bathhouses feature spacious tubs, pebble floors, and serene views. Indulge with bath salts, a glass of wine, and the tranquility of the open skies for a truly unique experience.
Make ‘At the Creek’ your first stop. This multi-award-winning visitor centre offers maps, travel guides, and exclusive souvenirs that showcase Julia Creek’s charm.
The town also boasts a lively social calendar, highlighted by the annual Julia Creek Dirt n Dust Festival in April. This iconic event features one of Australia’s toughest triathlons, the thrilling Artesian Express Horse Race—the richest in northwest Queensland—a PBR bull ride, and the quirky Australia’s Best Butt Competition.
Whether you’re here for the wildlife, relaxation, or outback adventure, Julia Creek offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and country hospitality.
Places to stay near Julia Creek
Julia Creek Caravan Park
9 kmThe Julia Creek Caravan Park is one of those friendly parks you’ll find yourself recommending to others.
MoreCorella Creek Country Farm Stay
48 kmCorella Creek Country Farm Stay is a place where travellers can relax, interact with nature, and enjoy a sense of freedom.
MoreDiscovery Parks – Cloncurry
129 kmBurke and Wills found beauty in Cloncurry on their journey through in 1861; now, take your turn when you stay with Discovery Parks – Cloncurry.
MoreCloncurry Caravan Park Oasis
130 kmCloncurry Caravan Park Oasis is situated on the Overlanders Way (Flinders Highway) close to the Town Centre.
MoreGidgee Inn
130 kmThe Gidgee Inn is a 4-star motel with a bar and grill, conference facilities and 40 motel rooms all fully outfitted in Australian style.
MoreLeichhardt Hotel Motel
131 kmLeichhardt Hotel Cloncurry is a regional hotel motel located in northwest Queensland and has been serving locals and visitors for years.
MoreCoppermine Creek Freedom Camp
132 kmCloncurry Shire Council’s Coppermine Creek Freedom Camp is an excellent low-cost, no-frills accommodation option for RV’s of all sizes.
MoreRichmond Lakeview Caravan Park
146 kmThe Richmond Lakeview Caravan Park is the clean, friendly outback park with the “million dollar view”.
MoreAyrshire Downs, near Winton
187 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Ayrshire Downs Caravan & Camping is a property steeped in Australian history; with the Cobb & Co coach pub ruins, original shearing shed ruins from the famous shearing strikes, the location for where Banjo Patterson first penned Waltzing […]
MoreDiscovery Parks – Argylla, Mount Isa
234 kmThe park is perfect for the stop over, take a dip in the pool or just relax poolside reading a book.
MoreThings to see and do near Julia Creek
Stay fit while traveling or relax at Julia Creek Swimming Pool and Water Park. Enjoy laps, water slides, and family fun in this must-visit destination.
Julia Creek Swimming Pool and Water Park
9 km
Stretch your legs and enjoy Julia Creek’s sporting facilities… located opposite the Julia Creek Caravan Park and a short walk from the Free RV Park.
Julia Creek Sports Centre
9 km
For travelers, there are few things more relaxing than slipping into a luxurious Artesian Bath at the end of a long day driving.
Julia Creek Artesian Baths
9 km
Grab your friends and kids and pop down for an afternoon of fun and Mini Golf in Julia Creek!
Julia Creek Caravan Park Mini Golf
9 km
The Julia Creek Opera House is home to a collection of local and regional photographs of the past life of the people of the region.
Julia Creek Opera House
9 km
Peter Dawes Park is centrally located in Burke St Julia Creek. The Park includes undercover picnic tables with BBQ facilities and a shaded kids playground.
Peter Dawes Park
9 km
Beneath the Creek allows you to hear about these remarkable tiny creatures and to view them in a habitat similar to that in the wild.
Julia Creek Dunnart
9 km
These bright coloured cruiser bikes are free to hire and can be used to travel into town on the fully sealed walking/riding track.
Cruiser Bikes
9 km
Never taken part in a cattle muster? Now you can, at the Julia Creek Visitor Information Centre virtual reality (VR) cattle muster.
Virtual Reality Cattle Mustering
9 km
Set off on Julia Creek’s Historical Walk either as a short walk around the main area of town or the half day version.
Historical Walk
9 km
The Centre offers a great selection of travel information brochures, maps and a range of souvenirs that can only be found in Julia Creek.
At the Creek Visitor Information Centre
9 km
Samson, the major sculpture was created by artist, Sue Tilley, from a range of vintage metal objects collected locally.
Spirit of the Light Horse Sculpture
9 kmWhile at Julia Creek why not try these Tours
North West Tours
236 kmNorth West Tours specialise in small group tours around Mount Isa and beyond.
MoreRed Dirt Tours
241 kmRed 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.
MoreElite Aviation Services Pty Ltd
241 kmBased in Winton, Queensland, Elite Aviation Services offers helicopter and plane scenic flights and charters over the spectacular landscape around Winton and the Diamantina River.
MoreFox Helicopter Services
259 kmFox Helicopters operate a selection of scenic flights to Porcupine Gorge and White Mountains National Park.
MoreCobbold Gorge Tours
264 kmDeep in the heart of the Gulf Savannah region of Far North Queensland is a hidden outback oasis – Cobbold Gorge.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Extended Tours
355 kmExplore Outback Queensland and beyond with Outback Aussie Tours, a multi-award winning touring company and Savannah Guides accredited operator.
MoreTalaroo Hot Springs Tours
358 kmIn the heart of the Gulf Savannah Way in outback Tropical North Queensland, Talaroo’s magical landscape is alive with the culture of the Ewamian people.
MoreYagurli Tours
391 kmYagurli Tours is an Indigenous owned business operated by the Gangalidda and Garawa Peoples.
MoreBalloon Aloft Burketown
391 kmBalloon Aloft is partnering with Yagurli Tours for a hot air balloon experience with a difference this June to September.
MoreDiscovery Experiences – Undara
403 kmOnly 3½ hours drive from Cairns and four hours from Townsville in Tropical North Queensland, you’ll discover a land so different in contrasts…. Undara.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Day Tours
409 kmOutback Aussie Tours is a family-owned local operator with over 35 years of experience and unrivalled local Outback Queensland knowledge, passion and connections.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Outback Rail Adventure Day Tours
409 kmThe Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours’ newest tourism experience reconnecting our visitors with the romance of rail.
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