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Yowah Artesian Pools — Image credit: Ian Stone

Natural Attractions

Yowah Artesian Pools

The Yowah Bore Baths are finally here for you to enjoy. There is a moderately hot bath with the hot water from the Artesian Basin cooled down by running the hot water down an automatic mining hoist coupled to a race and falling into the pool. Water from the moderately hot bath is then diverted into the slightly cooler pool. There is a cold shower to cool off in, dressing rooms and toilets with separate disabled access toilet.

Yowah QLD

0.0 km away

Fossicking Land Area Yowah.

Natural Attractions

Yowah Fossicking Area

The public fossicking area in Yowah is just a short 600 metre drive or walk from town and is part of the Yowah opal field, which includes the nearby area known as Black Gate. It is the southernmost opal mining centre of western Queensland. Yowah is popular with tourists and fossickers as it has easy access from main roads and has shops, fuel, telephone, a caravan park, artesian mineral pools and a permanent bore water supply. The small local population increases significantly during the winter season.

Yowah QLD

0.6 km away

Eulo Five Mile Waterhole (4WD Only)

Natural Attractions

Eulo Five Mile Waterhole (4WD Only)

The Five Mile Waterhole is for 4WD only at Eulo is the perfect spot to throw a line in and catch Yellowbelly, Catfish and Yabbies. The area has good camping, and you can bring your pets along too. Not interested in fishing - well don't despair why not take a bit of a bushwalk or do some birdwatching. The Waterhole has a Coolabah lined bank along the Paroo River. You will find the Eulo Five Mile Waterhole on the Eulo Hungerford Road. When you pass the 'Springvale' mailbox - turn left and head down the fence line. For more information contact the Cunnamulla Fella Centre.

Eulo QLD

44 km away

Paroo River Eulo — Image credit: Ian Stone

Natural Attractions

Eulo - Paroo River Camping & Fishing Hole

The Eulo Town camping and fishing Hole is a fantastic fishing area in Southwest Queensland. Head west from Eulo on the Adventure Way and cross the Paroo River Bridge. The Eulo Town Hole features nature walks and heritage trails and is a leisurely stroll from the township. The banks are lined with Yapunyah and Coolibah Trees. Expect to catch yellowbelly and catfish in this area.

Eulo QLD

45 km away

Eulo Air raid Shelter.

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Eulo Heritage Trail

The Eulo Heritage Trail gives you a great insight into the wild days of Eulo. A police station was established to contain the ‘riff raff’ coming across the border from New South Wales. This was a time when the Eulo Queen reigned supreme. There’s many an interesting story to be learned along the trail. The Air raid shelter that was chosen for being the direct flight path from Darwin to Melbourne and the Famous Lizard Races which ran each year in last week of August. Follow the self-guided trail throughout town following the signage and scan the QR codes on each for more information.

Eulo QLD

46 km away

Mud Baths for 4.

Spas and Retreats

Eulo Artesian Mud Baths

Artesian mud baths are located in a unique relaxing outdoor environment, only 500m away from Eulo town. Soak in warm artesian water impregnated with clay, pat on milky grey natural mud and let your skin soak in the goodness from this mineral rich mud, clays and minerals cleanse, tone and revitalize your skin and body. Artesian mud rich with minerals from deep below the earth's surface. This natural phenomenon is known as mud mounds and over time dried mud has formed into grey, white hillocks. The whole experience takes about 1.5 hours

Eulo QLD

46 km away

Paddabilla Bore Sign — Image credit: Ian Stone

Natural Attractions

Paddabilla (Eulo) Bore

Just 16km East of Eulo on Adventure Way, it is not a well known spot for most except avid birdwatchers. It is just off the Adventure Way, accessible to most vehicles but offers no facilities. 150 different species have been sighted including several endangered species. Many parrot species including Bourke's Parrot, Bluebonnets and Mulga Parrots can be seen here throughout the year.

Eulo QLD

46 km away

Kenny the Diprotodon

Landmarks and Buildings

Eulo Diprotodon Statue (Kenny)

Meet Kenny, Eulo's much-loved Diprotodon statue and a favourite stop for travellers exploring Outback Queensland! Standing proudly in the heart of Eulo, Kenny celebrates the region's fascinating prehistoric past — the Diprotodon was the largest known marsupial to ever roam Australia, often described as a giant wombat-like creature. The statue pays tribute to the ancient megafauna fossils discovered near Eulo, offering visitors a glimpse into the area's rich natural history. Perfect for a quirky photo stop, Kenny is a local icon that brings a touch of fun and wonder to your Eulo adventure. Don't forget to snap a selfie and say hello to this gentle giant before continuing your Outback journey!

Eulo QLD

47 km away

Eulo Mud Springs — Image credit: Ian Stone

Natural Attractions

Mud Springs- Eulo

The Mud Springs are located nine kilometres west of Eulo. Built up over centuries these Mud Springs were the original release valves for the Great Artesian Basin. As underground pressure grows, mud is forced up through fissures in the ground. You’ll notice the mounds have soft jelly-like tops. These springs are centuries old and are a permanent water source in our semi-arid landscape. This super-group of Great Artesian Basin (GAB) springs have very high conservation value. They support specialised plants and animals only found in GAB springs.

Eulo QLD

47 km away

Old Hospital

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Old Hospital

The foundation stone for the erection of this medical outpost was laid in February 1888. The facility included an eight bed ward, two rooms for the Matron and her family, a surgery, and a dispensary. There was also a brick kitchen and ablution block behind the hospital. A shelter stood to the west for the local indigenous population, as they were unwilling to come inside for medical attention. The hospital had its own dairy cows, chooks and goats, which mingled freely about the town. Some years later, a residence for a doctor was erected to the east, and when the existing eight beds proved to be insufficient in the 1920s , the adjoining women's section was added (now privately owned). The small Morgue can still be seen on the front fence line of this property. The hospital functioned until 1976 when a new facility was erected in town (our current outpatients clinic). This beautiful landmark is apart of an automated self-guided tour on offer.

Thargomindah QLD

79 km away

Pelican Point River Walk

Natural Attractions

Pelican Point River Walk

Pelican Point River Walk is a sealed walking path accessible from multiple points including Explorers Caravan Park. Walk alongside the Bulloo River and appreciate the native flora and fauna. Birdlife is prolific early morning and late in the afternoons. As you near the bridges you will pass the old Cobb & Co Crossing before the path wraps back into town and onto the town loop past our historical attractions. Pelican Point is a lovely day recreational area. There are permanent recliners, barbecues and picnic tables making it the perfect spot to have lunch, you can throw a line in, then kick back and relax. Or, hire a Kayak from the caravan park and paddle along the river, this is a great way to spot wildlife.

Thargomindah QLD

80 km away

Leahy House — Image credit: Bulloo Shire Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Leahy Historical House

Discover 1890's Outback History at Leahy Historical House Step back in time at Leahy Historical House in Thargomindah! Built around 1885 from locally made Bulloo River mud bricks, this historic home offers a fascinating glimpse into outback life during the 1890's. Once owned by the legendary cattle king Sir Sydney Kidman and lived in by his manager "Galloping Jack" Watts, it is now a preserved museum open to the public daily with free entry. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Outback Queensland with a visit to Leahy Historical House in Thargomindah. Constructed around 1885 using local Bulloo River mud bricks, the house carries a storied past - from its origin with the Thargomindah Newspaper Company to its purchase in the early 1900's by Sir Sydney Kidman owned the property, it served as home to his head manager Jack "Galloping Jack" Watts, a colourful local character and Councillor known for refusing any transport other than his horse, which he always rode flat out. Carefully preserved by the Thargomindah Historical Society and the Bulloo Shire Council, Leahy House now operates as a town museum. Explore authentic late 19th century architecture and artifacts to experience what life was like for early outback pioneers.

Thargomindah QLD

80 km away

Old Jail

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Old Jail

Come down and check out what it would have been like to be ‘locked up’ for crimes committed back in the day at Thargomindah's Old Jail! In 1897, there were many staff at the Police Station: one Sub Inspector, one Acting Sergeant, three Constables, one Native Tracker, and 18 horses! With this many officers, Thargomindah was in need of a new Jail, and in 1930 the Old Jail was constructed using cypress pine with a galvanised iron roof and lined with hardwood. With its hardwood walls and high windows, it remains an example of the less sophisticated and modern architecture that was so prevalent in the West. The Old Jail is free to enter at any time for you to revel in the policing history. While you're there, get your photo taken in the funny photo board at the front of the jail.

Thargomindah QLD

80 km away

Hydro Power Station — Image credit: Bull

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Hydro Power Plant

In 1891 drilling commenced on a bore to supply Thargomindah with water and in 1893 an exceptionally good supply was struck at 808 meters (2650 feet) with the water at 84 degrees Celsius. The bore was the source of energy for Australia's first hydroelectric scheme to produce street lighting when in 1893 Thargomindah's streets were lit by means of a generator coupled to a water turbine driven by the bore's natural water pressure. They are third in the world to Paris and London to have street lighting generated by Hydro Power! Thargomindah was the first town to have reticulated Artesian Bore water. The Hydro Power Plant is apart of a automated self-guided tour they offer. Stop into the Visitor Information Centre and purchase your swipe card to activate dynamic documentaries and holograms that come to life and tell you interesting stories about life at the time.

Thargomindah QLD

80 km away

Dowling Track

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Dowling Track

The Dowling Track - a journey of discovery. Travel in the footsteps of Vincent James Dowling and other early pioneers over 100 years ago discovered this area, known as the “Plains of Promise”- people travelled the track looking for a new life and new opportunities. The Australian author, Henry Lawson walked from Bourke to Hungerford and back in the hellish summer heat looking for work. The Dowling Track is Four Wheel Drive experience linking Back ‘o’ Bourke and beyond to Quilpie in South West Queensland, a total kilometres, 567. Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse heritage as you travel this unspoilt land. See the stars stretch for-ever, it is where your journey becomes more important than your final destination.

Thargomindah QLD

81 km away

Cunnamulla Golf Club

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Cunnamulla Golf Club

Established in the 1950's, the Cunnamulla Golf Club offers a truly unique golfing experience. This 18-hole course, characterized by its sand greens and dirt fairways, provides a distinctive challenge that sets it apart from traditional courses. Surrounded by the vast, rugged beauty of the Australian bush, players can enjoy a game that is both serene and invigorating. In 2023, Cunnamulla Golf Club proudly hosted a leg of the iconic Outback Queensland Masters, Australia's most remote golf series. This event brought together golfers from across the nation, all eager to experience the charm and challenge of outback golf. Beyond the fairways, the club is a hub of community activity. Regular events, such as the Sunday "chook run" and seasonal competitions, foster a welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors. The clubhouse, a testament to the town's hospitality, often operates on an honesty system, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the genuine spirit of the outback. For those seeking an authentic and memorable golfing adventure, Cunnamulla Golf Club is a destination not to be missed. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or a curious traveler, the blend of challenging play and warm community spirit promises an experience that lingers long after the final putt.

Cunnamulla QLD

93 km away

Bird fauna at Bowra is prolific (>200 species) and includes nine threatened species. — Image credit: Australian Wildlife Conservancy

National Parks and Reserves

Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary

Australian Wildlife Conservancy's Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary is a birdwatcher's haven with over 200 bird species found flying, foraging and courting around the 15,000 hectare nature refuge. Avid twitchers have boasted sightings of a number of iconic species including the threatened Pink Cockatoo, Southern Whiteface and the Hall's Babbler. Beyond the birds, visitors can also keep an eye out for over 100 reptiles, mammals and amphibians such as Swamp Wallabies and Earless Dragons. The diversity of species at Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary is a consequence of the sanctuary's location, in the heart of central Queensland's Mulga Lands Bioregion, habitats include the plains of the Warrego River in the east and the plateau and Mulga woodlands further west. Gumholes Creek is a channel of the Warrego and the main watercourse on Bowra, meandering across the sanctuary. The sanctuary is open to visitors between May and September, with Bush camping sites as well as day visits. All visitors are required to book online prior to arrival. Walking tracks are available and the sanctuary can accommodate hardy push bikes however no fires, generators or pets are permitted. Check in for day visitors is 7am - 9am depart by 5pm / Check in for campers 2 - 5pm depart by 10am. All proceeds from Bowra Wildlife Sanctuary's campground go back into the running of the campground and the conservation of wildlife.

Cunnamulla QLD

99 km away

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