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Talpero lookout

Picnic at Talpero lookout and learn about our unique desert ecology, local Aboriginal culture, and the history of pastoralism in Sturt National Park. You can't miss the 2m tall sculpture of a western barred bandicoot. It's made with offcuts from the same fencing mesh that's been used to create a feral predator-free area here. Golden bandicoots, greater bilbies, and other locally extinct mammals are slowly being reintroduced within these fenced areas. You can also visit similar sculptures nearby. There's a huge bilby at Cameron Corner and a western quoll at Fort Grey campground. Talpero is the local Aboriginal name for the western barred bandicoot. It was common in this area before foxes, cats, and other invasive species brought it to extinction. Although you're unlikely to see nocturnal species here you might spot birds of prey, red kangaroos, emus, goannas, skinks, geckos, and bearded and earless dragons. Talpero lookout is part of the feral predator-free areas project.

Tibooburra NSW

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Wells walk

Starting from Fort Grey campground, the unformed track takes you on a journey through interdune woodland communities and along the creek past the majestic river red gums. You’re bound to see some kangaroos along the way and look out for grey falcons and black breasted buzzards. Along the walk are the historical artefacts of European settlement, including the remains of an old brush fence and a well. You’ll also come across the historic ruins of the Old Fort Grey homestead, which is well worth a stop to look. Although red sand dunes are the norm in this part of the outback you’ll be delighted when you encounter the crescent of white sand curving around the Ramsar wetlands – a significant conservation area and a haven for a range of waterbirds, including black swans and a range of ducks. It's not possible to complete the walk when Lake Pinaroo is full - a sight in itself with the number and variety of birdlife.

Tibooburra NSW

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cameron Corner

Cameron Corner is at the extreme far north west of New South Wales, bound by the Queensland border to the north and the South Australian border to the west. It is an area of diverse and beautiful landscapes divided by the rugged Barrier and Grey Ranges and bordering on the Simpson Strzelecki Deserts to the west and the Bulloo overflow in the northeast. The drive from Tibooburra to Cameron Corner takes the visitor through a diverse landscape including the Waka Claypan, past Fort Grey which was a provisions stockade built by explorer Charles Sturt for his inland expeditions, and on to the Corner. Along the way is the Dog Fence which, at 5,000+km, is worlds longest fence.

Tibooburra NSW

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National Parks and Reserves

Sturt National Park

Sturt National Park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. From the rolling red sand dunes of the Strezlecki desert to the flat-topped mesas and the 450 million year old granite tors around Tibooburra, a visit to this outback park is a once in a lifetime experience for many. One of the best ways to explore the park is along one of the self-guided drives or you could join a guided tour with one of the tour operators that visit the park. For more up close views of the landscape, try the short loop walks at Fort Grey or Dead Horse Gully. If you've only time for one walk, head to Mount Wood hills for a walk to the summit where stunning views of this spectacular landscape are waiting. There's also the historic Dingo Fence that runs east to south-west along the eastern third of Australia and along the western and northern boundary of Sturt National Park. Originally built in the 1880's to keep dingoes away from sheep flocks and the southern part of the country, at 5,614km, it's the world's longest fence. Spend the night at one...

Tibooburra NSW

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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cameron Corner

The journey to Cameron Corner is an ideal way to experience the real Outback. It will leave you breathless, passing through open gibber plains where you can see for miles to sandy undulating land. Cameron Corner offers contrasting landscapes and experiences. You can discover the history of the early pioneers, enjoy the wildlife or simply relax and absorb the Spirit of Adventure. A popular route is to travel from Thargo, stopping at Noccundra for a break, up to the Dig Tree for an overnight stay, crossing the border into Innamincka SA for free camping along the creek, down the Strzelecki Track to Cameron Corner for one or two nights camping. Play a round of golf, head across the border into NSW and head to Tibooburra and Milparinka with an overnight stay at either or both, across to Wanaaring and back into Qld to Hungerford.

Cameron Corner QLD

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Natural Attractions

Sturt's tree walk

In 1844, Captain Charles Sturt led the Central Australia Expedition from the streets of Adelaide, then along the Murray and Darling rivers before heading where no European had been before. The objective was to find the sea which Sturt and his supporters believed lay in the heart of Australia. On his journey, Sturt left calling cards in the form of an S and an arrow, indicating that he had been there and the direction of travel. Sturt’s Tree walk in Sturt National Park offers a unique opportunity to view a piece of Australian history; one of the trees marked by Charles Sturt all those years ago. The walk takes you across Lake Pinaroo, so you can only walk when the lakebed is dry. If you can’t take the walk because the lake is full, don't worry, you’re still in for one of nature’s treats. The lake is a vital habitat for countless waterbirds and waders as well as a range of mammals and reptiles, so you’re bound to enjoy your visit to this internationally recognised wetland.

Tibooburra NSW

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Jump-Up Loop Road drive

For a tantalising taste of outback NSW, load up the van or 4WD and revel in the wide open spaces along Jump-Up Loop Road drive, in Sturt National Park. Starting at Tibooburra, it’s a 110km self-guided round trip to Olive Downs and back, via Silver City Highway. It’s an exhilarating drive that takes in a variety of distinct landscapes typical of Wangkumara country – from the distinctive granite tors near Tibooburra, to the rolling downs and gibber plains, before reaching the iconic Jump-Ups to the north. There’s plenty to experience along the way, including spectacular birdwatching from the bird hides at Mount King Tank and South Myers Tank. Stretch your legs along Jump-Up walking track and soak in the vast desert views, or check out the historic remains of Mount King Station. If you’re tempted to experience an outback sunset, pitch your tent or park the van at Olive Downs campground.

Tibooburra NSW

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Jump-Up walking track

Take a walk among the Jump-Up landscape of Sturt National Park; striking flat-topped mesas that are the remains of an ancient mountain range. As you walk, you’ll have a good view of the surrounding plains, predominantly covered with mulga bushland; however you might be lucky enough to see a carpet of wildflowers following heavy rains. Further away, you’ll be able to see the low-lying gibber plains. Keep your eyes open for wallaroos, kangaroos, lizards and eagles as you walk and be sure to look out for rock engravings, middens and scarred trees along the way; evidence of the Wangkumara people’s long connection to this ancient landscape.

Tibooburra NSW

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Middle Road drive

Most people start the drive at Olive Downs Homestead, which dates back to the 1880s and was once the social hub of the area. There is also Olive Downs campground, where you might decide to stay overnight before setting off. Along the way, you’ll pass gibber (pebble) and saltbush plains, dunes, the famous Dog Fence that runs from Queensland to South Australia, the striking Jump-Ups, the ruins of Binerah Downs Homestead, Lake Pinaroo, and the ghost tree forest caused by the water-logging of the Coolabah trees. If you wish to stretch your legs more or drive further be sure to head along Jump-Up walking track or Jump-Up Loop Road drive. Stop at one of the watering points along the way, such as Millers Tank, where you might come across a flock of zebra finches or see a wedge-tailed eagle soaring high above. The drive finishes near Fort Grey on the main road from Tibooburra. Here, you could choose to do the easy Wells walk. Or you could stay overnight at Fort Grey campground before heading home the next day.

Tibooburra NSW

74 km away

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