St George
Town
Population 2411
On the banks of the Balonne River is the Western Downs town of St George. It is the last post in southern Queensland before the heavily populated east coast finally gives way to the sparseness of the outback. The river crossing was discovered by explorer Sir Thomas Mitchell on St George's Day, 1846, giving the town its name. St George is often referred to as the inland fishing capital of Queensland with lakes and rivers nearby, which also support the area's rich cotton, grape and grain industry.
Visitor Information
Cnr The Terrace and Roe St; (07) 4620 8877
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In Town
Heritage Centre: historic buildings and a local history museum featuring Aboriginal display; Victoria St; (07) 4625 5168. The Unique Egg: carved, illuminated emu eggs; Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–12pm; Balonne Sports Store; Victoria St; (07) 4625 3490. Town murals: around town, depicting scenes of St George's history. Riversands Vineyard: boutique winery on the banks of the Balonne River; open daily but closed Sundays in February; Whytes Rd; (07) 4625 3643. Jack Taylor Weir: Sir Thomas Mitchell cairn commemorating the explorer's landmark crossing in 1846; western outskirts.
Nearby
Beardmore Dam: popular spot for watersports and picnics in surrounding parklands. It offers excellent fishing for yellow-belly and Murray cod; 21 km N. Ancient rock well: hand-hewn by Aboriginal people, possibly thousands of years ago; 37 km E. Nindigully: town where the film Paperback Hero was filmed. Features Nindigully Pub, which has the oldest continual licence in Queensland, since 1864; George Rd; (07) 4625 9637; 44 km SE. Boolba: holds the impressive Boolba Wool and Craft Show each May; 50 km W. Begonia Historical Homesetad: grazing property with farmstay and museum; (07) 4625 7415; 73 km N. Thallon: small town with excellent swimming and fishing at Barney's Beach on the Moonie River. The nearby Bullamon homestead (1860), mentioned in Steele Rudd's Memoirs of Corporal Keeley, has original shingle roof and canvas ceilings; tours by appt (07) 4625 9217; 76 km SE. Bollon: large koala population in river red gums along Wallan Creek and a heritage and craft centre in George St; 112 km W. Thrushton National Park: undeveloped park of mulga scrub, sand plains and woodlands; access in dry weather only and 4WD recommended; (07) 4624 3535; 132 km NW. Culgoa Floodplain National Park: in the Murray–Darling basin, this park, with over 150 species of birds, is excellent for birdwatchers. There are no formal walking tracks and visitors must be self-sufficient. 4WD recommended; access via Brenda Rd, Goodooga; (07) 4654 1255; 200 km SW.
Campsites around town
Jack Taylor Weir camping area 1 km
This site is on the western side of the weir in St George. There are no facilities but it is close to town. St George is at the junction of the Carnarvon, Balonne and Moonie highways, 200 km west of Goondiwindi and 290... Find out moreBeardmore Dam Turnoff camping area 13 km
This campground is 13 km north of St George, on the turn-off to Beardmore Dam. You’ll need to bring drinking water as there are no facilities. St George is at the junction of the Carnarvon, Balonne and Moonie... Find out moreMoonie River camping area 43 km
There are no facilities at this site beside the Moonie River in Nindigully, 44 km south-east of St George. St George is at the junction of the Carnarvon, Balonne and Moonie highways, 200 km west of Goondiwindi and 290 km... Find out moreWarroo Bridge camping area 46 km
Camping is permitted on the north side of the bridge at this site, 60 km north of St George. Bring your own drinking water. To get here, follow the Wycombe School–Warroo Bridge Rd from the Carnarvon Hwy, then... Find out moreBarney’s Beach camping area 71 km
You’ll find this campground beside the Moonie River, on Thallon–Dirranbandi Road, 3km west of Thallon. There are no facilities at the site. Thallon is 76 km south-east of St George.... Find out moreBalonne Minor Bridge camping area 73 km
Self-sufficient campers can stay at this site, 3 km west of Dirranbandi on Dirranbandi–Bollon Rd, around 94 km south of St George.... Find out moreBush camping 93 km
Self-sufficient campers are welcome to camp in Thrushton National Park, but be aware that there are no facilities or amenities. Come equipped with a gas/fuel stove.... Find out moreGreen Timbers Fishing Reserve camping area 95 km
For self-sufficient campers only, there are no facilities at this site, 18 km south of Surat. It is off the Carnarvon Hwy, accessible in dry weather only. Surat is on the Carnarvon Hwy, 78 km south of Roma and 116 km... Find out moreNarran River camping area 103 km
This campground beside the Narran River has no facilities. To get here, take Dirranbandi–Hebel Rd, 37 km south of Dirranbandi.... Find out moreWallam Creek camping area 108 km
Devastated by floods in March 2010 when the Balonne River swelled by more than 10 m, St George is at the junction of the Carnarvon, Balonne and Moonie highways, about 200 km west of Goondiwindi and 285 km east of... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Roma Big Rig Tourist Park 164 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 moreVilla Holiday Park 165 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 moreGoondiwindi Tourist Park 176 km
This park has shown great improvement and we are happy to now include it as an Authors’ choice. Located 3 km north of town and best accessed from the Leichhardt Highway, it is well laid out and ideal for an... Find out moreGundy Star Tourist Park 179 km
The park is located in a quiet part of town and has good facilities. There are some nice grassy areas with easy drive-through access.... Find out moreMajor Mitchell Caravan Park 182 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 moreGwydir Carapark 203 km
This park is located on the southern approach to Moree, about 3 km from the town centre. It has good amenities but its most attractive feature is the hot mineral spa and pool. A relaxing dip in a thermal pool is very... Find out morePossum Park Caravan and Camping Park 227 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 moreRest areas around town
Muckadilla Park Area 162 km
East side of town Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S26 35.101 E148 23.304... Find out moreMonte Cristo Rest Area 168 km
42 km N of Goondiwindi (R) or 54 km S of Moonie (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S28 10.814 E150 16.844... Find out moreAmby Camp Area 169 km
Middle of town Camp area adjacent to the highway behind the hotel. Limited shade. GPS: S26 32.948 E148 11.200 ... Find out moreWallumbilla Park Area 172 km
Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 35.214 E149 11.317... Find out moreYuleba Creek Rest Area 177 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 moreBarneys Rest Area 179 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 moreNeil Turner Weir Camp Area 184 km
T/O 2 km W of Mitchell (R) or 87 km E of Morven (L) Pleasant area located 2 kilometres north of the highway on the river. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 28.452 E147 57.379 ... Find out moreFisherman's Rest Camp Area 185 km
T/O 5 km W of Mitchell (R) or 84 km E of Morven (L) Small but shady riverside camp area located 1 kilometre north of the highway. NOTE: Large caravans/motorhomes should stay on the top level. GPS: S26 28.501... Find out moreNorth Star Rest Area 185 km
85 km N of Moree (R) or 39 km S of Goondiwindi (L) Large area just off the highway among a few trees. GPS: S28 50.420 E150 13.536... Find out moreGil Gil Creek Rest Area 189 km
39 km N of Moree (L) or 85 km S of Goondiwindi (R) Large area just off the highway. GPS: S29 09.864 E150 00.798 ... Find out moreCaliguel Lagoon Camp Area 191 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 moreCondamine Rest Area 197 km
Middle of town Small town park adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S26 55.602 E150 07.918 ... Find out moreMoree Park Area 200 km
North side of town Parking area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S29 27.301 E149 50.758 ... Find out moreWhat's on around town
St George Show: with rodeo; May
. Boolba Wool and Craft Show: May.
Horseracing: St George Jockey Club; July.
Nindigully Campdraft: Sept.
Family Fishing Competition: Sept.
Nindigully Country Music Spectacular: includes pig races; Nov.
