Taroom
Town
Population 626
Taroom is on the banks of the Dawson River in the Capricorn region. Since settlers took up land in 1845, cattle raising has been the main local industry. The coolibah tree in Taroom's main street was marked 'L. L.' by explorer Ludwig Leichhardt on his 1844 trip from Jimbour House near Dalby to Port Essington, north of Darwin.
Visitor Information
17 Kelman St; (07) 4628 6113
Nearby national parks
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Isla Gorge National Park
Isla Gorge National Park, in Queensland’s Central Highlands, lies at the southern end of the Dawson Range and features rugged...more -
Carnarvon National Park
Tucked away in this vast, rambling park in Queensland’s Central Highlands is the magnificent Carnarvon Gorge. Boasting towering white...more -
Cania Gorge National Park
Cania Gorge, a dramatic landscape of gullies, caves and spectacular 70-metre-high sandstone cliffs, is the centrepiece of this national park...more
Nearby towns
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Theodore
Theodore, first called Castle Creek, was the site of Queensland's first irrigation project, opened in 1924. With its rich black soils, the...more -
Miles
Miles is in the Western Downs. Ludwig Leichhardt passed through this district on three expeditions and named the place Dogwood Crossing....more -
Roma
Roma is in the Western Downs region and was named after the wife of Queensland's first governor. Roma boasts a few historic 'firsts' for...more
In Town
Museum: old telephone-exchange equipment, farm machinery and items of local history; open 9am–3pm Mon and Fri or by appt; Kelman St; (07) 4627 3231.
Nearby
Expedition National Park This remote park features the 14 km Robinson Gorge. The 4 km return track leads to an excellent lookout. Only experienced walkers should attempt the rough track down into the gorge. The Cattle Dip Lookout overlooks a permanent waterhole reached via the 8 km return Shepherd's Peak Trail or from the carpark at the lookout. 4WD recommended; some of the road is gravel. (07) 4624 3535; 128 km NW.Lake Palm Tree Creek: rare Livistona palms; 15 km N. Murphy Conservation Park: pristine lake with birdlife, and picnic and camping spots. It was the site of Leichhardt's campsite in 1844; 30 km N. Glebe Weir: waterskiing and fishing; 40 km NE. Wandoan: the local heritage trail in the town visits all the major sights, including the Waterloo Plain Environmental Park; brochure from visitor centre in Royd St; 59 km S. Scenic and historic drives: self-drive tours to nearby sights; brochure from visitor centre.
Fishing spots near town
Dawson River 115 km
Moura is a two-hour drive west of Gladstone. Better known for its prime cattle production and huge coalmines, the township and the nearby Dawson River is not exactly number one on most people’s list of top... Find out moreWuruma Dam 129 km
Situated 35 km north of Eidsvold, this 18 sq km little-known water contains Australian bass, barramundi, saratoga, silver perch, yellowbelly and sleepy cod. A Stocked Impoundment Permit is required. There is a large... Find out moreCania Dam 162 km
Located close to Monto, Cania Dam holds yellowbelly, silver perch and Australian bass to 3 kg. Cania’s big drawcard though is the saratoga. Initially stocked with only 200 individuals, the saratoga have bred to a... Find out moreLake Callide 165 km
Built on upper Callide Creek, a Dawson River tributary 20 km east of Biloela (pronounced bilo-wela), this lake supplies cooling waters for the nearby coal-burning power station that’s part of the Boyne Island... Find out moreLake Boondooma 172 km
Situated on the Boyne River to the west of Bjelke Petersen Dam, this lake is about 15 km from Proston. Since its construction in 1983, a variety of species have been stocked here. Australian bass, silver perch and... Find out moreLake Monduran 222 km
Lake Monduran is near Gin Gin, a four-hour drive north of Brisbane on the Bruce Highway. Although it appears narrow, it has a surface area of 53 sq km and a holding capacity of 585 900 ML of water, which is about 1.6... Find out moreLake Awoonga 228 km
The jewel in the crown of the Bass to Barra Trail, Lake Awoonga is Queensland’s premier barramundi impoundment. Clean waters, the result of a largely undisturbed watershed, contain barramundi, mangrove jack,... Find out moreBjelke Petersen Dam 235 km
Lake Barambah is a 22 sq km water about 15 km south-east of Murgon. It is regarded as one of the state’s best waters for big bass, but also has yellowbelly, silver perch and saratoga. It is relatively shallow for a... Find out moreCampsites around town
Taroom Caravan Park 1 km
On Short St in Taroom, this caravan park has 20 powered sites and plenty of space for tent camping. There are laundry facilities on-site; bring your own firewood. The town is on the Leichhardt Hwy, 120 km north of Miles... Find out moreSandy Creek Bridge camping area 11 km
This very basic campsite with no facilities is 8 km south-west of Taroom. Access is via the Roma Rd. Taroom, on the Dawson River, is 120 km north of Miles on the Warrego Hwy and 153 km south of Banana on the Dawson Hwy.... Find out moreChain Lagoons camping area 14 km
This very basic campsite with no facilities is 15 km north-east of Taroom, reached via the Old Theodore Rd from the Leichhardt Hwy. Taroom, on the Dawson River, is 120 km north of Miles on the Warrego Hwy and... Find out moreLake Murphy camping area 23 km
This large camping area has plenty of space for motorhomes and large groups looking for a shady spot near the lake, which is a seasonal refuge for waterbirds. You’ll need to bring firewood and drinking water. It is... Find out moreGlebe Weir camping area 31 km
A hugely popular spot for fishing and waterskiing, Glebe Weir is off the Leichhardt Hwy about 26 km north of Taroom. To get to the campground, take Glebe Weir Rd from the Leichhardt Hwy and travel for a further 26 km.... Find out moreLookout camping area 54 km
If you’re seeking a campsite with a view, you’ll love watching the sunset over the orange-coloured cliffs of Isla Gorge at this camping area. There are undefined walking tracks for experienced walkers, and... Find out moreStarkvale Creek campsite 73 km
Self-sufficient campers with 4WD vehicles can access this grassy clearing, 4 km south-east of Robinson Gorge lookout. There are approximately 8 campsites suitable for walk-in camping or camping beside your car. It is... Find out moreSpotted Gum campsite 83 km
Suitable for self-sufficient campers and 4WD vehicles only, this site is at the top of a plateau in the Oil Bore area, 28 km north of the Starkvale campsite. The surface is rocky sand and there are no facilities.... Find out moreDogwood Creek camping area 98 km
This old sawmill site is now a clearing for campers, but offers no facilities. It is reached from Barakula State Forest Rd off Auburn Rd. Go past the Department of Primary Industries area and look for the forestry camp... Find out moreJudd’s Lagoon camping area 117 km
Great for fishing, this quiet and tidy campsite is on Mongool Rd, 5 km south-east of Yuleba. There are few facilities on-site, so bring drinking water and firewood. Yuleba is on the Warrego Hwy, 60 km east of Roma and 80... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Possum Park Caravan and Camping Park 100 km
We always enjoy staying at this unusual caravan park; once a World War II munitions dump, the underground bunkers have been converted to cabins. Owner-operated, it is a great park set in a quiet location alongside the... Find out moreVilla Holiday Park 144 km
This well-maintained park about 2 km from the town centre is our choice of places to stay in Roma. A winery and shop adjoin the park, and there are large grassy areas, clean amenities and a selection of cabins. It gets... Find out moreRoma Big Rig Tourist Park 144 km
A clean modern park close to the Warrego Highway on the eastern approach to Roma, this is within walking distance of the Big Rig tourist attractions and just a few blocks from the centre of town. It becomes busy during... Find out moreMajor Mitchell Caravan Park 205 km
Soak away your aches at the artesian spa pools or wander into the centre of town for some sightseeing, both just a short walk from this modern, popular park. Its greatest attraction, however, is that you pay for your... Find out moreLake Monduran Holiday Park 223 km
Lake Monduran is a stocked impoundment, very popular with anglers; a fishing permit, available at the kiosk, is required. The park has good facilities and is a great place for an overnight stay, easily accessible from... Find out moreMount Morgan Motel and Van Park 227 km
A very tidy basic park, ideal for an overnight stay or a few days in Mount Morgan, this spot allows you to explore the historic town from a very suitable base.... Find out moreBarambah Bush Caravan Park 229 km
This is a bush area with a caravan park. There are good facilities and several kilometres of bushwalking trails. Bookings required at peak periods and a minimum-length stay at Easter and long weekends.... Find out moreLake Awoonga Caravan Park 231 km
A picturesque park overlooking Lake Awoonga, this spot is 9 km from the Bruce Highway along a sealed road. The dam is stocked with barramundi, making it a popular fishing destination. There is a well-stocked shop with a... Find out moreBjelke-Petersen Dam Tourist and Recreation Park (formerly Yallakool) 232 km
This is a large park on the shores of the Bjeilke-Petersen Dam. Modern extensions have seen the installation of ensuite sites. It is an ideal location for breaking the journey, catching up on some rest or catching a... Find out moreBIG4 Boyne River Tourist Park 238 km
This is a very good park with river and highway frontage. It has very good amenities and nice grassy areas all the way to the river. It is a very convenient overnight stop for those travelling the Bruce Highway or a good... Find out moreRest areas around town
Chain Lagoon Rest Area 13 km
T/O 15 km N of Taroom (R) or 80 km S of Theodore (L) Secluded area located 1.5 kilometres north of the highway at the lagoon. Good shade. GPS: S25 31.392 E149 46.644... Find out moreGlebe Weir Camp Area 31 km
T/O 27 km N of Taroom (R) or 67 km S of Theodore (L) Large area located 26 kilometres east of the highway on the Dawson River in a shady bush setting. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 27.81 E150 02.03... Find out moreIsla Gorge Camp Area 53 km
T/O 59 km N of Taroom (L) or 36 km S of Theodore (R) Very small campground located 1 kilometre west of the highway in the scrub near the lookout in Isla Gorge National Park. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25... Find out moreWandoan Rest Area 56 km
South side of town Large area just off the highway at the visitor information centre. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 07.339 E149 57.524 ... Find out moreTheodore Camp Area 81 km
South end of town Large area 2 kilometres off the highway on the banks of the Dawson River at the southern end of the main street through town. Excellent facilities and some reasonable shade. GPS: S24 57.21 E150... Find out moreDrillham Rest Area 112 km
19 km W of Miles (R) or 120 km E of Roma (L) Small area just off the highway on the bank of the river. GPS: S26 38.28 E149 58.50... Find out moreBarneys Rest Area 114 km
72 km W of Miles (R) or 67 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway among the trees behind the truck bay. Good shade. GPS: S26 37.269 E149 27.389... Find out moreYuleba Creek Rest Area 115 km
79 km W of Miles (R) or 60 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway on the banks of the creek among a few large trees. Good shade. GPS: S26 36.653 E149 23.416 ... Find out moreDogwood Creek Rest Area 119 km
1 km W of Miles (R) or 138 km E of Roma (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 39.338 E150 10.753... Find out moreMiles Park Area 119 km
Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 39.609 E150 11.063... Find out moreWallumbilla Park Area 121 km
Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 35.214 E149 11.317... Find out moreWaruma Dam Camp Area 130 km
T/O 19 km N of Eidsvold (L) or 55 km S of Monto (R) Large camp area located 27 kilometres west of the highway on the shores of the lake. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 10.52 E150 59.14 ... Find out moreCeratodus Rest Area 140 km
10 km N of Eidsvold (L) or 64 km S of Monto (R) Large grassed area just off the highway at Burnett River. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 16.870 E151 08.353 ... Find out moreCondamine Rest Area 146 km
Middle of town Small town park adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 55.602 E150 07.918 ... Find out moreClaude Valley Gateway Rest Area 147 km
66 km NW of Monto (L) or 29 km SE of Biloela (R) Large area adjacent to the road next to a community hall. Limited shade. GPS: S24 34.069 E150 39.660... Find out moreChinchilla Weir Camp Area 150 km
T/O at Chinchilla onto Tara Road Lage camp area located 8 kilometres south of town on the banks of the Condamine River. Good shade and facilities. NOTE: Some powered sites available. GPS: S26 47.957 E150 34.785 ... Find out moreCoominglah Range Rest Area 151 km
19 km NW of Monto (L) or 76 km SE of Biloela (R) Large secluded area well off the highway surrounded by scrub. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S24 47.980 E150 59.065... Find out moreBlack Stump Rest Area 152 km
44 km NW of Gayndah (R) or 34 km SE of Eidsvold (L) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S25 34.414 E151 18.65... Find out moreCaliguel Lagoon Camp Area 152 km
T/O 91 km N of Moonie (L) or 3 km S of Condamine (R) Large area 4 kilometres west of the highway at the lagoon on the Meanderra Road. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S26 59.031 E150 06.68... Find out moreArchers Crossing Camp Area 156 km
T/O 72 km W of Dalby (L) or 10 km E of Chinchilla (R) Very secluded camp area located 15 kilometres south of the highway via Hopeland Road, Hopeland School Road and Archers Crossing Road. Good shade. NOTE: Last 4... Find out moreMonto Park Area 158 km
North side of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S24 51.872 E151 06.852... Find out moreBinjour Range Rest Area 171 km
17 km NW of Gayndah (R) or 61 km SE of Eidsvold (L) Large area well off the highway among the trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 32.009 E151 29.927... Find out moreMuckadilla Park Area 176 km
East side of town Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S26 35.101 E148 23.304... Find out moreClaude Wharton Weir Rest Area 180 km
3 km NW of Gayndah (L) or 75 km SE of Eidsvold (R) Small secluded area well off the highway on the river. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 36.776 E151 35.606... Find out moreWarra Rest Area 181 km
Middle of town Large area just off the highway at the old railway display. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S26 55.755 E150 55.165... Find out moreGayndah Rest Area 183 km
East side of town Small area adjacent to the highway overlooking the river. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S25 37.727 E151 37.460... Find out morePioneer Place Park Area 185 km
99 km NW of Goomeri (R) or 3 km E of Gayndah (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities and reasonable shade. GPS: S25 37.409 E151 38.286... Find out moreAmby Camp Area 190 km
Middle of town Camp area adjacent to the highway behind the hotel. Limited shade. GPS: S26 32.948 E148 11.200 ... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Campdraft: Apr and Oct.
Taroom Show: May.
Rodeo: July.
