Camooweal
Town
Population 197
North-west of Mount Isa, Camooweal is the last Queensland town before the Northern Territory border. It was once the centre for enormous cattle drives travelling south. Some say that the town is a suburb of Mount Isa, which would make the 188 kilometres of Barkly Highway between Mount Isa and Camooweal one of the longest main streets in the world. To the south of town are the incredible Camooweal Caves, a series of sinkhole caves that have evolved over millions of years.
Visitor Information
Drovers Camp, Camooweal; (07) 4748 2022
Nearby national parks
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Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park
In Queensland’s arid far north-west lies a place of such unexpected and arresting beauty that its remoteness appears to be no...more
In Town
Historic buildings: the Drovers store; Barkly Hwy. The Drover's Camp: historical displays, toilets and picnic area. Guided tours May–Sept 10am–5pm daily; Barkly Hwy.
Nearby
Camooweal Caves National Park On the Barkly Tableland, this national park is still evolving as water continues to filter through the soluble dolomite to create and transform the extensive cave system. The underground caves are linked by vertical shafts and only the experienced caver should attempt them. The Great Nowranie Cave is excellent to explore with an 18 m drop at the opening (climbing gear is essential). Caves may flood during wet season. If exploring the caves, inform local police or ranger beforehand. 4WD access is recommended. (07) 4722 5224; 24 km S.Cemetery: headstones tell local history; 1 km E. Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park: around 300 km N via Gregory; see Burketown.
Eco-friendly activities around town
Riversleigh Fossils Interpretive Centre 169 km
Situated in Mount Isa and considerably easier to get to than the fossil fields of Riversleigh, which are a three-to-four-hour drive away, this centre has palaeontologists working on site on weekdays, and offers a... Find out moreCampsites around town
Caves Waterhole camping area 13 km
Set beside Nowranie Waterhole about 14 km from the park entrance, the Caves Waterhole is reached by 4WD only. Open fires and generators are prohibited. Bring all self-sufficient supplies including rubbish bags, drinking... Find out moreMiymba camping area (bush camping) 119 km
On the banks of the Gregory River, Miymba is 3.5 km south from Riversleigh D Site. Conventional vehicles can access the park May–Sept, but 4WD is preferred. Open fires and generators are prohibited; bring all... Find out moreLawn Hill Gorge camping area 140 km
This campground for self-sufficient campers has 20 campsites adjacent to Lawn Hill Creek, about 4 km from the park entrance. Conventional vehicles can access the park May–Sept, but 4WD is preferred. One vehicle per... Find out moreAdels Grove Camping Area 143 km
Most sites at this campground, 10 km north of the national park, have water, a fireplace and barbecue plate, but no power is available. There is a modern amenities block and a laundry with 2 machines. Other... Find out moreKingfisher Camp 227 km
Kingfisher Camp is 42 km west of the Savannah Way, and a further 126 km from Burketown. The campground has 30 grassed, shaded sites at one end of a 5 km waterhole. Each campsite has its own fireplace and water tap.... Find out moreBarkly Homestead camping area 242 km
The last fuel stop before crossing over into Queensland on the Barkly Hwy, the homestead is about 210 km east of Tennant Creek. There isn’t much to do in the area – the Devils Marbles are probably the... Find out moreDajarra Campground 244 km
This basic campground with amenities block including hot showers is on the Diamantina Developmental Rd at Dajarra, a small community 140 km south of Mount Isa. Bring in your own drinking water.... Find out moreBurke and Wills Roadhouse 246 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 moreCaravan parks around town
Copper City Riverside Park 168 km
This park has 100 ensuite caravan and motorhome sites. Located in a quiet part of town it is our pick in Mount Isa. It has a swimming pool and is reasonably priced. Bookings are required during the peak winter months.... Find out moreSunset Top Tourist Park 168 km
Relax by the pool or enjoy a meal in the pleasant barbecue area at this popular park, situated 1.6 km from the centre of town and away from highway traffic. Bookings are required during the peak winter months and a... Find out moreArgylla Tourist Park 171 km
On the eastern approach to Mount Isa, this is a well-appointed park that is ideal for a short or longer stay. It has good facilities and is well maintained. Bookings are required during the peak winter months and a... Find out moreKingfisher Camp 225 km
This is a great place to spend a few quiet days under shady trees on lush lawns beside a large waterhole on the Nicholson River. The camp is open between April and October and is reached along unsealed roads from... Find out moreBarkly Homestead Caravan Park 241 km
Forming part of the Barkly Roadhouse complex, this park is an overnight stop 210 km east of Tennant Creek and some 275 km west of the state border with Queensland. We have previously experienced poor service and attitude... Find out moreRest areas around town
Avon Downs Rest Area 67 km
68 km W of Camooweal (L) or 195 km E of Barkly (R) Large open area just off the highway, opposite the Avon Downs Police Station. GPS: S20 01.471 E137 29.355... Find out moreSoudan Rest Area 131 km
133 km W of Camooweal (R) or 130 km E of Barkly (L) Large area just off the highway. GPS: S20 04.420 E136 52.652... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Cricket tournament: Apr.
Campdraft: June.
Horseracing: Aug.
Drovers Camp Festival: Aug.
