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Taroom

ABOUT Taroom

The tell-tale sign that you’ve arrived in Taroom is the Steel Wings windmill at the northern entry to town. Manufactured around the turn of the 20th Century, the windmill is a rare commodity, being only one of two known windmills of its type still in working order.

The landmark says a lot about the town. Taroom is steeped in early European history and built on primary industries – first sheep, now cattle and grain.

The region opened up to settlers in the 1840s with the northern exploits of early explorer Ludwig Leichhardt. The good doctor took a liking to the place while camped by the Dawson River, carving his initials and year date – LL 1844 – into the bark of a coolabah tree. The initials long since gone – in somewhat controversial circumstances – the tree still stands pride of place in the main street, which is as it happens, the Leichhardt Highway.

A pleasant walk up the hill takes you to Gilbert’s Lookout, named after Leichhardt’s companion who met a violent end here.

Across town in Yaldwyn Street, Leichhardt Park is the site of Leichhardt’s memorial. The park is dedicated to the region’s native flora with weeping bottle brush, flaxleaf paperbark, lemon scented gum, swamp mahogany and bloodwood found throughout the grounds. The exception is a single Aleppo Pine, seeded from Lone Pine on the Gallipoli Peninsula.

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Places to stay near Taroom

Camp at Chain Lagoons, Taroom

14 km

Chain Lagoons is a free camping area not far from Taroom.

Located off the Leichhardt Way on Chain Lagoons Road.

Camp at Cracow Town

63 km

There is a small campsite that is donation camping, the sites are powered and there are facilities and showers.

Camp at Junction Park, Theodore

82 km

Junction Park offers affordable camping in Theodore, in the Banana Shire.

Pleasant and quiet rest area beside the Dawson River, suitable for caravans.

Wallaroo Outback Retreat

115 km

Set within towering eucalypts on 72,000 acres in the Carnarvon Ranges, Wallaroo Outback Retreat can accomodate upto 16 Guests in eight elegantly appointed glamping tents.

Camping at Apex Park, Moura

121 km

Apex Park offers affordable camping in Moura, in the Banana Shire.

Camping at Rotary Park – Moura

121 km

Rotary Park offers affordable camping in Moura, in the Banana Shire. A large parkland on the Dawson Highway suitable for caravans.

Injune Possum Park

126 km

Possum Park is a multi functional venue that facilitates the Injune Races, Campdraft and Pony Club events.

Kenniff’s Gang Bush Camp

141 km

This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering.

This Pet Friendly campground is situated on

Roma Central Motel

144 km

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.

Roma Big Rig Tourist Park

145 km

Big Rig Top Tourist Park provides more than just a few nights of accommodation on your way through Roma.

Pete’s Place Roma

145 km

Pete’s Place is a locally run motel situated on the western side of Roma.

Winterfest Campground

153 km

This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Winterfest campground is in Biloela in Central Qld nestled beside Kroombit Creek. We are located close to Rockhampton and Gladstone.A beautiful and peaceful spot on a working herb and cattle farm. Once a year in July the property […]

Gilberts Lookout, Taroom

1 km

Lake Murphy Conservation Park

22 km

Isla Gorge National Park

53 km

Cracow Beach

64 km

Expedition National Park

86 km

Camboon Cattle Station

92 km

Dawson Mine Viewing Platform, Moura

119 km

Moura Miners Memorial

120 km

Lion’s Park – Moura

120 km

Calico Cottage Heritage Complex

122 km

Moura’s 150th Meridian

123 km

Old Injune Coal Mine

123 km

While at Taroom why not try these Tours

Roma Saleyards Val Harms Interactive Centre

142 km

The Roma Saleyards are the largest cattle selling facility in the southern hemisphere, seeing over 400,000 cattle a year.

Boobook Explore

144 km

Find inspirational small-group experiences revealing the unique landscapes, ecology and history of the southwest Outback Queensland region, including Carnarvon Gorge National Park.

St George Heritage Tour

293 km

Discover the stories and legends of St George, including a visit to the Anchorage Homestead with a fully guided tour including morning tea.

Cotton Farm and Vineyard Tour

293 km

Don’t miss out on experiencing the Cotton Farm and Winery Tour held from May to September.

Sandytown River Cruises

294 km

Sandytown River Cruises offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beautiful Balonne River, a small but important part of Queensland’s inland river system.

Riversands Vineyards Tours

296 km

Riversands Vineyards in conjunction with the St George Explore Centre run a combined cotton farm & vineyard tour from April to September.

Nullawokka First Nations Tours

352 km

Nullawokka First Nations Tours is based in Bollon, south west Queensland. The company is owned and operated by Bill Speedy.

WWII Secret Tag-A-Long Tour – Charleville

364 km

Discover why over 3500 United States Army Air Force personnel were stationed in Charleville during World War II.

Charleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’

365 km

Discover stars, WWII secrets and bilbies for starters on Charleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’ day tour in Outback Queensland. Morning tea, lunch and transfers included.

Charleville Bilby Experience