Cunnamulla
Town
Population 1218
Cunnamulla is on the Warrego River, north of the New South Wales border. It is the biggest wool-loading station on the Queensland railway network, with two million sheep in the area. Explorers Sir Thomas Mitchell and Edmund Kennedy were the first European visitors, arriving in 1846 and 1847 respectively, and by 1879 the town was thriving with regular Cobb & Co services to the west. In 1880, Joseph Wells held up the local bank but could not find his escape horse. Locals bailed him up in a tree that is now known as the Robber's Tree and can be found in Stockyard Street. The wetland birdlife in the area, particularly the black swans, brolgas and pelicans, is spectacular.
Visitor Information
Centenary Park, Jane St; (07) 4655 8470
Nearby national parks
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Currawinya National Park
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In Town
Cunnamulla Fella Centre Art Gallery and Museum: gallery showcases different artist exhibitions throughout the year, while the musem displays the rich history and heritage of the town and wider Paroo shire; Jane St. Yupunyah Tree: planted by Princess Anne; Cnr Louise and Stockyard sts. Outback Botanic Gardens and Herbarium: Matilda Hwy. Outback Dreaming Arts and Crafts: exhibits and sales of local Aboriginal art; Stockyard St. The Heritage Trail: discover the days of the late 1880s on this self-guide trail; details from visitor centre.
Nearby
Wyandra: small town featuring Powerhouse Museum and Heritage Trail; 100 km N. Noorama: remote sheep station that holds picnic races each Apr; 110 km SE. Culgoa Floodplain National Park: 195 km SE; see St George.
Eco-friendly activities around town
Charleville Cosmos Centre 192 km
During the day at this centre you can view the sun through special telescopes, play with the interactive displays and watch films on astronomy. Come at night to explore the stars, planets, moons and galaxies with an... Find out moreCampsites around town
Wyandra Camping Reserve 96 km
This basic campground for self-sufficient campers is set behind the school in Wyandra, off Moody St. Wyandra is off the Mitchell Hwy, around 100 km north of Cunnamulla and 90 km south of Charleville.... Find out moreParoo River camping area (bush camping) 114 km
Bush camping for self-sufficient campers is permitted in the park’s northern end on the Paroo River at Caiwarro waterhole, Pump Hole and Corni Paroo waterhole. The park is off Hungerford Rd, 50 km north of... Find out moreDuck Creek and Sheep Station Creek bush camping 128 km
Self-sufficient bush camping is permitted in the opal fields of Duck Creek and Sheep Station Creek, about 60 km south-east of Toompine and 130 km south of Quilpie. Check road conditions before arriving, as access is dry... Find out moreOurimperee Waterhole 145 km
Behind the Currawinya Woolshed, the Ourimperee Waterhole is accessed off the Hungerford Rd, 20 km north of Hungerford. The campground, for self-sufficient campers, is accessed with 2WD in dry weather only. In this... Find out moreCulgoa Floodplain (bush camping) 161 km
For self-sufficient campers only, bush camping is permitted at various sites throughout the park. To get there from St George, travel 160 km south to Hebel on a sealed road then 45 km south to Goodooga (impassable after... Find out moreSouthern Cross Caravan Park 162 km
Southern Cross Caravan Park is in the tiny settlement of Hungerford, on the Queensland–NSW border. The campground is in the centre of town near the pub, which doubles as a general store and fuel station. Hungerford... Find out moreWallam Creek camping area 177 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 moreCulgoa River Campground 177 km
Don’t get too excited about fishing and swimming, as the river here is often dry. Instead, you can camp among the gidgee trees and take the Riverbank Walk to the river, or the Connellys Walk through stands of tall... Find out moreExplorers Caravan Park 183 km
This campground has 25 powered sites, more than 20 unpowered sites, plus the option of 6 ensuite cabins or 4 standard rooms. It is on Dowling St, near the Bulloo River, in Thargomindah, which is 185 km west of Cunnamulla... Find out moreWard River camping area (bush camping) 189 km
The Ward River bush camping area is on the east side of the river on the Diamantina Developmental Rd, about 20 km west of Charleville. Visitors must be totally self-sufficient; there is no amenities block and no powered... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Bailey Bar Caravan Park 193 km
We regularly stay at this very good owneroperated park. Set in a quiet, off-highway location about 1.5 km from the town centre, the park has great lawns, clean amenities and good facilities. Bookings are required in peak... Find out moreKidmans Camp 221 km
Located 8 km north of town, this spacious riverfront park has plenty of lawn and lots of shade. The park is in a quiet, out-of-town location backing onto the Darling River.... Find out moreMitchell Caravan Park 226 km
This caravan park is located in a quiet, off-highway position about 1 km from the town centre. It has modern, clean amenities and good basic facilities. It is an ideal base for those exploring Bourke. Bookings are... Find out moreRest areas around town
Nardoo Camp Area 36 km
36 km N of Cunnamulla (R) or 164 km S of Charleville (L) Campground located just off the highway at the homestead. Good facilities but only limited shade. GPS: S27 47.434 E145 52.450... Find out moreWyandra Rest Area 95 km
100 km N of Cunnamulla (R) or 100 km S of Charleville (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S27 14.979 E145 58.909... Find out moreTuncoona Rest Area 169 km
65 km N of Bourke (L) or 71 km S of Barringun (R) Large secluded area well off the highway among the trees. Good shade. GPS: S29 35.139 E145 50.504 ... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Cunnamulla Outback Masters Games: odd-numbered years, Apr.
Horseracing: Aug.
Cunnamulla Festival and Bullride Championships: Nov.
