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ABOUT Windorah
With a panorama of giant red sandhills, Windorah is located in the heart of the Channel Country, beside Cooper’s Creek. It doesn’t get much more ‘Outback’ than here, with its stunning vistas, picturesque ruins and historical sites.
Windorah’s history is linked with Isisford for it was the Whitman brothers who established both towns. Originally known as Stony Point, its current name is the Aboriginal word for ‘place of large fish’. This relates to Cooper’s Creek, which is formed by the junction of the Thomson and Barcoo Rivers just south of Jundah. Cooper Creek at Windorah is a top fishing spot, ideal for birdwatching and enjoying watersports with a waterhole about 19 kilometres in length and up to 10 metres deep. The channels can spread floodwaters up to 100 kilometres wide as they flow towards Lake Eyre.
A scenic 12 kilometre nature drive from town to Cooper’s Creek gives a view of the area with all its diversity. Magnificent red sandhills are situated just to the west of town. The towns main industry is cattle grazing, due to the abundance of Mitchell Grass and other herbage that is available after heavy rainfall.
Places to stay near Windorah
Windorah Caravan Park
9 kmThe Windorah Caravan Park has 57 powered sites and plenty of camping area, with two ablution blocks equipped with hot water and washing machines.
MoreWestern Star Hotel/Motel Windorah
9 kmWestern Star Hotel/Motel Windorah is an iconic pub filled with all the character and friendly locals that only outback pubs acquire.
MorePowell Creek
150 kmThis is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Powell Creek is a working cattle station with all the wonders of a national park, beautiful creeks, gorges and a multitude of Australian flora, fauna and wildlife. Camp under a million stars. You might even see a […]
MoreCooper’s Country Lodge
164 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.
MoreDiamantina National Park camping
214 kmEnjoy spectacular sunsets and abundant bird life from river bank or beside the creek when camping in Diamantina ‘under the shade of a coolibah tree’.
MoreQuilpie Motor Inn
217 kmFamily operated Motel offering quality accommodation with ground level spacious en-suite units set in landscaped gardens and plenty of off-street parking.
MoreChannel Country Tourist Park and Spas
217 kmThe Channel Country Tourist Park and Spas is the place to stay in Quilpie.
MoreThe Lake
222 kmThe Lake Quilpie is just a short drive (4km) from downtown Quilpie with easy access for conventional vehicles, motorhomes, caravans and touring coaches.
MoreOpalton Bush Park
235 kmOpalton Bush Park is good to go…….Winton Shire council began roadworks on the 10th April so no trouble getting there.
MoreLongreach Caravan Park
270 kmLocated in a quiet area, the Longreach Caravan Park is a family owned park and offers; powered and unpowered sites in shady and grassed ares.
MoreThe Staging Post – Longreach
270 kmThis boutique heritage-themed accommodation is inspired by the style of the pioneer era and by the stagecoach journeys that linked Longreach with the outside world.
MoreLongreach Motor Inn
271 kmWelcome to the Longreach Motor Inn & Harry’s Restaurant, located across the road from the Longreach Railway Station and 200 metres from downtown.
MoreThings to see and do near Windorah
The epic Sand Hills, located at Ourdel Station, west of Windorah, have great views and some of the reddest sand ever seen.
Sandos Sandhills
5 km
The Native Wells, located approximately 90 klms west of Windorah on the Diamantina Development Road, offer a quick stop by the side of the road.
Native Wells
9 km
Visitors and locals alike often take time out enjoying Cooper’s Creek, whether it’s a spot of fishing for Yellowbelly, swimming or boating.
Cooper Creek – Windorah
9 km
Explore the ruins of the hotel, learn it’s history from the Information board and visit the small cemetery located near the ruins.
JC Hotel Ruins
9 km
A self guided walk around the town of Windorah. Call into the Visitor Information Centre and collect your guide to unlock some local history.
History and Information Walk – Windorah
9 km
The Whitula Gate Museum is based around an original slab hut built by the Rabbit Board in 1906 as a boundary riders’ hut.
Whitula Gate Museum
9 km
The Thomson River offers free camping, with shady trees on the banks of the river, birdwatching and fishing are a must.
Thomson River
67 km
Immerse yourself in a colourful landscape of golden-green spinifex, white-barked ghost gums and red sand dunes.
Welford National Park
67 km
Have your camera ready when you arrive at Deon’s Lookout. You will love the spectacular and long-ranging views.
Deon’s Lookout
99 km
The John Egan Pioneer Track highlights the ecological and cultural values of the Stonehenge town reserve.
John Egan Pioneer Track
125 km
While at Windorah why not try these Tours
Eromanga Natural History Museum
176 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.
MoreOutback Pioneers
250 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
251 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
251 kmThe Outback Rail Adventure is Outback Aussie Tours’ newest tourism experience reconnecting our visitors with the romance of rail.
MoreQueensland Helicopters
253 kmQueensland Helicopters is a family owned business that prides itself on customer service and safety.
MoreOutback Aussie Tours – Extended Tours
253 kmExplore Outback Queensland and beyond with Outback Aussie Tours, a multi-award winning touring company and Savannah Guides accredited operator.
MoreElite Aviation Services Pty Ltd
267 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.
MoreRed Dirt Tours Pty Ltd
267 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.
MoreDesert Gateway Dirt Bike Tours
272 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.
MoreThargomindah Birdwatching Tours
272 kmDiscover the Wild Side of Outback Queensland with Thargomindah Birdwatching Tours
MoreYowah Nut Tag-alongs
326 kmSelf-drive tag-along tour teaching opal and Yowah nut fossicking with scenic views, Billy tea and bush poetry finale.
MoreDingo Trax – Birdsville and Outback Queensland
364 kmWhether you are a seasoned 4WD enthusiast or completely new to it all, Dingo Trax have your back!
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