Normanton

Normanton Railway Station: National Trust–listed Victorian building; Matilda St. Original well: settlers used it for drawing water; Landsborough St. Giant Barramundi: big monument to the fish; Landsborough St. Scenic walk and drive: self-guide tours to historic buildings including the Old Gaol in Haig St and the restored Bank of NSW building in Little Brown St; brochure available from information centre in the Burns Philip Building. Gulflander: this historical 152 km railway journey from Normanton to Croydon reveals the remote beauty of the Gulf Savannah; departs 8.30am Wed and returns Thurs afternoons. Gulflander also runs regular sunset tours with billy tea and damper, and other short trips. 'Croc Spot' Cruise: at sunset on the Norman River; departs Norman Boat Ramp 5pm Mon–Sat. Norman River fishing tours: fishing trips and boat hire for barramundi and estuary fish; details from visitor centre.

Lakes: attract jabirus, brolgas, herons and other birds; on the outskirts of Normanton. Shady Lagoon: bush camping, birdwatching and wildlife; 18 km SE. Fishing: catching barramundi is very popular in the area – try the spots at Norman River in Glenore (25 km SE), Walkers Creek (32 km NW) or off the bridges or banks in Normanton. Burke and Wills cairn: last and most northerly camp of Burke and Wills (Camp 119) before their fatal return journey; off the Savannah Hwy; 30 km SW. Bang Bang Jump Up rock formation: a solitary hill on the surrounding flat plains with excellent views; Matilda Hwy; 106 km SW. Dorunda Station: cattle station offering barramundi and saratoga fishing in lake and rivers; accommodation is available; 197 km NE. Kowanyama Aboriginal community: excellent barramundi fishing, guesthouse and camping; permit to visit required from Kowanyama Community Council; 359 km NE.

Birdwatching in Mutton Hole Wetlands 32 km

Take your binoculars to the 9000-hectare Mutton Hole Wetlands, between Karumba and Normanton, which are of international significance as a breeding, feeding, moulting and drought refuge for birds. You will find a variety... Find out more

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Normanton Tourist Park

This tourist park has 55 powered sites, 25 unpowered sites and the option of 12 self-contained ensuite cabins or 5 budget rooms. Facilities include a 25 m lap pool, artesian spa bath, 3 amenities blocks, and most sites... Find out more

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Leichhardt Camping Park 21 km

About 800 m from the Norman River on the Normanton–Croydon Rd (Savannah Way), 26 km east of Normanton, there are no powered sites here, but campers are encouraged to bring their own generators. Normanton, the major... Find out more

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Karumba Point Tourist Park 35 km

This caravan park has an excellent range of facilities including a swimming pool, craft shop, 2 amenities blocks, fish-cleaning areas and laundry facilities. Air-conditioned on-site caravans are available. You’ll... Find out more

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Blackbull Siding camping area 78 km

This basic campground is on Savannah Way (Gulf Developmental Rd), about 90 km east of Normanton. You need to bring drinking water and firewood; generators are permitted. Normanton is the major commercial centre of the... Find out more

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Albert River camping area (bush camping) 160 km

Bush camping for self-sufficient campers is permitted on the banks of the Albert River north-east of Burketown; there are no designated sites and no facilities. The Western Gulf Region of Queensland has a mixture of... Find out more

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Burketown Caravan Park 163 km

Burketown Caravan Park is on Sloman St in Burketown, about 225 km west of Normanton. The park has excellent facilities: tourist and fishing information, 2 amenities blocks, laundry facilities, EFTPOS and a kiosk. The... Find out more

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Burke and Wills Roadhouse 189 km

This roadhouse with 10 powered sites sits at the junction of Wills Developmental Rd and Burke Developmental Rd, about 180 km north of Cloncurry and about 200 km south of Normanton. The camping surface is a mixture of... Find out more

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Topsy Creek camping area 245 km

Hundreds of anglers make the annual trip to Kowanyama every year during barramundi season to experience some of the best fishing the Far North has to offer. Topsy Creek, about 45 km west of the Kowanyama Aboriginal... Find out more

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Normanton Tourist Park

Located in the centre of town, the park has good amenities, some large shady trees, and the town’s swimming pool within its bounds. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Gulf Country Caravan Park 33 km

Karumba is an extremely popular winter destination, when southern tourists flock north during the cooler winter season. A reservation is necessary during this extremely busy period. This park is just 50 metres from the... Find out more

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Karumba Point Sunset Caravan Park 35 km

This is a good quality park close to the boat ramp and very popular with those tourists who flock to the area in the cooler winter months. Some stay for a whole winter. The park has a roast dinner each Friday night.... Find out more

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Karumba Point Tourist Park 35 km

This is a popular tourist spot located 7.5 km from Karumba. A feature of the park is the fish barbecue on Saturday nights. The park has a craft shop with a range of stock. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Croydon Caravan Park 137 km

This well-maintained council-owned park is close to the centre of town. It has lots of green grass, large shady trees and cable TV. The park is within walking distance of everything in town.... Find out more

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Burketown Caravan Park 163 km

This is a tidy caravan park with the normal facilities. In addition to a well-stocked kiosk, there is a separate takeaway food outlet at the front gate (sells cooked local barramundi). This park is in the heart of... Find out more

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Purple Pub & Brolga 
Palms Motel

Yes it is purple and it’s famous, mainly just for being purple, a particularly startling colour when dotted with red and yellow signs advertising the brand of beer served within. It’s the happening centre of... Find out more

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Leichhardt Lagoon Camp Area 21 km

24 km SE of Normanton (R) or 131 km W of Croydon (L) Large camp area located 800 metres off the highway in a natural bush setting near the Norman River. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S17 51.063 E141 07.719... Find out more

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QT125 Rest Area 59 km

156 km N of Burke and Wills (L) or 38 km S of Normanton (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S17 57.700 E140 54.232... Find out more

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QT124 Rest Area 74 km

116 km N of Burke and Wills (R) or 78 km S of Normanton (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S18 17.285 E140 48.571... Find out more

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Blackbull Siding Rest Area 78 km

94 km E of Normanton (R) or 61 km W of Croydon (L) Large area just off the highway. Limited facilities and shade. GPS: S17 56.412 E141 45.318 ... Find out more

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Bang Bang Rest Area 105 km

84 km N of Burke and Wills (R) or 110 km S of Normanton (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S18 31.577 E140 39.199  ... Find out more

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Donors Hill Rest Area 128 km

57 km N of Burke and Wills (R) or 137 km S of Normanton (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S18 41.886 E140 30.715... Find out more

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Cowan Downs Rest Area 161 km

23 km N of Burke and Wills (R) or 171 km S of Normanton (L) Small area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S18 59.199 E140 26.073 ... Find out more

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Gilbert River Rest Area 199 km

73 km E of Croydon (L) or 74 km W of Georgetown (R) Large area just off the highway among some trees. Limited shade. GPS: S18 12.027 E142 52.370  ... Find out more

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