Eulo
Town
Population 108
Eulo is on the banks of the Paroo River in south-west Queensland and was once a centre for opal mining. The town was originally much closer to the river but, after severe flooding, moved to where it currently stands. Eulo's population is variable as beekeepers travel from the south every winter so their bees can feed on the precious eucalypts in the area.
Visitor Information
Centenary Park, Jane St, Cunnamulla; (07) 4655 2481
Nearby national parks
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Currawinya National Park
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In Town
Eulo Queen Hotel: owes its name to Isobel Robinson who ran the hotel and reigned over the opal fields in the early 1900s; Leo St. Eulo Date Farm: taste the famous date wine; open Mar–Oct; western outskirts. WW II air-raid shelter: part of Paroo Pioneer Pathways; self-guide brochure available from visitor centre. Destructo Cockroach Monument: commemorates the death of a champion racing cockroach; near Paroo Track, where annual lizard races are held. Eulo Queen Opal Centre: opals, Aboriginal art and jewellery on display and for purchase; Leo St. Lizard Lounge: beautiful picnic area inspired by the frill-necked lizard; Cunnamulla Rd. Fishing: on the Paroo River; details from visitor centre.
Nearby
Currawinya National Park The lakes and waterholes of Paroo River form an important refuge for the abundant birdlife of this park. The 85 km circuit track for vehicles starts at the Ranger Station and is the best way to view the park. See the black swans and grebes at Lake Wyara or go canoeing at Lake Numulla. For an excellent outlook over the park, climb the Granites. 4WD necessary to reach the lakes. (07) 4655 4143; 60 km SW.Mud springs: natural pressure valve to artesian basin that is currently inactive; 9 km W. Yowah: small opal-mining town where visitors can fossick for opals or take a tour of the minefields. The 'Bluff' and 'Castles' provide excellent views over the minefields. Yowah holds a craft day in June and the Opal Festival in July, which includes an international opal jewellery competition; 87 km NW. Lake Bindegolly National Park: walk to the lakes to see pelicans and swans. The 9.2 km lake circuit track may flood after rain. No vehicles are allowed in the park; 100 km W. Thargomindah: pick up a mud map at visitor centre for Burke and Wills Dig Tree site; (07) 4655 3173; 130 km W. Noccundra Waterhole: good fishing spot on Wilson River; 260 km W.
Eco-friendly activities around town
Charleville Cosmos Centre 228 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
Paroo River camping area (bush camping) 66 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 92 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 95 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 moreSouthern Cross Caravan Park 111 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 moreExplorers Caravan Park 121 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 moreWyandra Camping Reserve 137 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 moreCulgoa Floodplain (bush camping) 210 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 moreCulgoa River Campground 221 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 moreWard River camping area (bush camping) 221 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 moreKidman's Camp 227 km
This is a neat and friendly caravan park in North Bourke, not far from the famed Darling River. It’s got a swimming pool, which is heavenly in the high heat of summer, as well as powered and unpowered tent sites,... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Cunnamulla Caravan Park 64 km
This is a typical country-town caravan park with good amenities, good basic facilities and a resident manager. The park is in a quiet, off-highway location and is an ideal base for exploring the area or a good choice for... Find out moreKidmans Camp 227 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 moreBailey Bar Caravan Park 229 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 moreMitchell Caravan Park 231 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
Cunnamulla Park Area 63 km
West side of town Parking area on the west side of town. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S28 04.137 E145 40.871 ... Find out moreNardoo Camp Area 91 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 137 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 176 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 more
