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ABOUT Toompine
Toompine known as “The pub without a town” is located along the Dowling Track in the Quilpie Shire.
Cobb and Co. once serviced this town with its regular coach schedule. All that remains today from those early pioneering days is the South Western Hotel (circa 1893), but don’t let the size fool you, this little Pub has all the charm and charisma that you could only find at an Outback Pub.
As with many Outback Pubs, Toompine is a great place to have a beer or two and a good yarn. Stop in and enjoy the unique atmosphere that includes unbeatable friendly service, all the interesting and entertaining locals and their stories, and extensive menageries to match!
Points of interest in Toompine include: excellent fishing and yabbying located not far from the pub; local ‘Cemery’ is just one kilometre down the road, ask for directions and the story behind its name; opal fossicking at Duck Creek and Sheep Creek Station Opal Mines; browse the display of opals and other ornaments for sale; meals available day and night; and free camping and cheap rooms are available.
Places to stay near Toompine
Moble Homestead
58 kmJoin the Rutledge family on their creek and enjoy the unique charm of this bush home and its surrounds.
MoreChannel Country Tourist Park and Spas
68 kmThe Channel Country Tourist Park and Spas is the place to stay in Quilpie.
MoreQuilpie Motor Inn
68 kmFamily operated Motel offering quality accommodation with ground level spacious en-suite units set in landscaped gardens and plenty of off-street parking.
MoreThe Lake
70 kmThe Lake Quilpie is just a short drive (4km) from downtown Quilpie with easy access for conventional vehicles, motorhomes, caravans and touring coaches.
MoreThe Lake Quilpie
70 kmThe Lake Quilpie offers a range of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.
MoreArtesian Waters Caravan Park
88 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,
MoreCooper’s Country Lodge
123 kmExperience the Australian Outback and the home of Australia’s largest dinosaur ‘Cooper’ onsite at Eromanga’s Natural History Museum at this exciting new outback stay.
MoreAlroy Station
126 kmAlroy Station is a working sheep and cattle station situated in remote Outback Queensland.
MoreTicklemans Garden
150 kmTicklemans Garden is situated on the banks of the Warrego River. A place to get disconnected so that you can get connected to nature.
MoreWarrego Hotel Motel
160 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!
MoreHotel Cunnamulla
160 kmHotel Cunnamulla offers real country comfort with classic country hotel-style rooms with private ensuites.
MoreClub Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla Accommodation
160 kmRelish in the convenience and quality which is blended in a grand style unique to Club Boutique Hotel, the top choice accommodation in Cunnamulla.
MoreOutback Luxury Glamping at Club Boutique Hotel Cunnamulla
160 kmIndulge in a unique outback adventure at Club Boutique Hotel, where luxury meets the wilderness in their Outback luxury glamping tents.
MoreThings to see and do near Toompine
The Quilpie Powerhouse was turned on in Quilpie March 1952. Quilpie was the first town in Western Queensland to have a powerhouse.
Quilpie Powerhouse Museum
68 km
Explore caves and crevices, untouched by civilisation whilst traversing this magnificent boulder formation which was created naturally over millions of years.
Baldy Top Lookout
68 km
Home to one of Quilpie Shire’s most iconic attractions, St Finbarr’s Church rests on the foundations of an intriguing history.
St Finbarr’s Opal Altar
68 km
Beat the heat and relax at the Quilpie Swimming Pool Complex. There is a children’s wading pool and kiosk available for your convenience.
Quilpie Memorial Swimming Pool
68 km
The Quilpie Shire has long railway history with Quilpie being at the end of the Western railway line.
Quilpie Shire Railway Museum
68 km
Take your seat on the expansive green space in front of the supersized outdoor screen for the brand new Quilpeta Night Show.
Quilpeta – Quilpie Night Show Experience
68 km
The Quilpie Shire Gallery at the Visitor Information Centre showcases local talent as well as artists from over the country.
Quilpie Shire Gallery, Arts and Cultural Community
68 km
Whilst in Quilpie visit the Bob Young Memorial Park which is situated in Brolga Street it is a tribute to those who served our country
Bob Young Memorial Park
68 km
A stroll along the Bulloo River Walk is a tranquil way to appreciate the native flora and fauna of the Bulloo River Catchment.
Bulloo River Walk
68 km
The Quilpie Shire, along the Natural Sciences Loop and Warrego Way has an incredible Military History and they want to share it with you.
Quilpie Shire Military History Museum
68 km
Quilpie is the ‘End of the Railway Line’ or the beginning …… depending on how you want to look at things.
Quilpie’s ‘End of the Line’
69 km
Allow the Quilpie Shire introduce you to a radiant beauty – the exquisite boulder opal.
Quilpie Opal Fossicking
69 kmWhile at Toompine why not try these Tours
Eromanga Natural History Museum
83 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.
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92 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.
MoreOutback Date Farms
220 kmOutback Date Farms is an Australian, family run enterprise based in Charleville, Queensland.
MoreTravel West Outback Tours
221 kmTravel West operate Four Wheel Drive Motel Accommodated Tag Along Tours to Birdsville, Innamincka and the Corner Country.
MoreCharleville Bilby Experience
222 kmSee bilbies in their nocturnal house and learn how the breeding facilities are making a massive difference at saving them from extinction.
MoreCharleville’s ‘Magnificent 7’
222 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
223 kmDiscover why over 3500 United States Army Air Force personnel were stationed in Charleville during World War II.
MoreOutback Grave Keeper Tour
223 kmJoin the mysterious Grave Keeper as he unlocks the secrets of the outback.
MoreCharleville School of Distance Education
223 kmYou are invited to come along and experience the Distance Education way of schooling. Charleville School of Distance Education (formerly Charleville School of the Air)
MoreOutback Pioneers
341 kmOutback 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 – Day Tours
342 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
342 kmThe Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours’ newest tourism experience reconnecting our visitors with the romance of rail.
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