Julia Creek
Town
Population 368
Julia Creek became known as 'The Gateway to the Gulf' after the road to Normanton was sealed in 1964. Pioneer Donald MacIntyre was the first to settle when he established Dalgonally Station in 1862. Julia Creek is actually named after his niece. A monument to Donald and his brother Duncan (an explorer who led a search for Leichhardt) can be seen by the grave site on the station boundary. The district's main industries are cattle, sheep and mining. It is also home to a rare and endangered marsupial, the Julia Creek dunnart, a tiny nocturnal hunter found only within a 100-kilometre radius of town.
Visitor Information
Cnr Burke and Quarrell sts; (07) 4746 7690
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In Town
Duncan MacIntyre Museum: local pioneering and cattle history; Burke St. Opera House: photographic display of McKinlay Shire; closed weekends; Julia St. Historical walk: stroll the 38 signposted historical sites around the town; map from visitor centre.
Nearby
WW II bunkers: remains of concrete bunkers used to assist navigation of allied aircraft; western outskirts near airport. Punchbowl waterhole: popular area for swimming and fishing on the Flinders River; 45 km NE. PROA Redclaw Farm: 12 ponds with over 16 000 redclaw; 75 km SE. Sedan Dip: popular swimming, fishing and picnicking spot; 100 km N.
Eco-friendly activities around town
Kronosaurus Korner, Richmond 146 km
This dinosaur museum in the heart of Australian dinosaur territory focuses on ancient native creatures. It has one of the country’s best preserved dinosaur skeletons.... Find out moreDinosaur Discovery Weeks 234 km
Go out on a real dinosaur dig in the heart of Australia’s dinosaur territory for a week with palaeontologists who will school you in everything you need to know. The Dinosaur Discovery Weeks, run by the Australian... Find out moreRiversleigh Fossils Interpretive Centre 234 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
Burke and Wills Roadhouse 215 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 moreLong Waterhole camping area 238 km
Self-sufficient campers can stay at this site, but be aware that there is no power, water or facilities. The camping area is reached from the Winton–Jundah Rd, about 2 km south of Winton. While you’re here,... Find out moreBough Shed Hole camping area 246 km
This campground is accessed via the Route of River Gums. Campers are encouraged not to tie ropes to trees or drape things over vegetation, and to set up camp away from animal nests and burrows. Bring self-sufficient... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Gilbert Park Tourist Village 127 km
This is a quality park located 2 km east of the town centre on the main highway. Relax in the pool and spa or enjoy a meal in the undercover barbecue area. There is a good range of facilities and the park adjoins a small... Find out moreRichmond Lakeview Caravan Park 147 km
This is a tidy park with good facilities, where every site is a drive-through site. The park is on the eastern approach to town overlooking Lake Fred Tritton. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out moreArgylla Tourist Park 232 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 moreSunset Top Tourist Park 234 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 moreMatilda Country Tourist Park 234 km
Winton is a popular tourist town and visitor numbers peak during the cooler winter months. This tourist park has good amenities, basic facilities and is an ideal base from which to explore the area. The park is about 1... Find out moreCopper City Riverside Park 234 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 moreRest areas around town
Oorindi Rest Area 66 km
71 km W of Julia Creek (L) or 66 km E of Cloncurry (R) Open area just off the highway. GPS: S20 38.502 E141 06.283... Find out moreMcKinlay Park Area 83 km
Middle of town Small parking area well off the highway in a side road near the police station. Good facilities. GPS: S21 16.424 E141 17.325... Find out moreWild Duck Creek Rest Area 90 km
30 km NW of Kynuna (L) or 46 km SE of McKinlay (R) Large area just off the highway. GPS: S21 27.999 E141 40.018... Find out moreFullarton River Rest Area 93 km
46 km NW of McKinlay (L) or 62 km SE of Cloncurry (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S21 01.270 E140 56.384... Find out moreMaxwelton Rest Area 98 km
49 km W of Richmond (R) or 100 km E of Julia Creek (L) Open area just off the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S20 43.397 E142 40.697... Find out moreKynuna Park Area 104 km
Middle of town Large area adjacent to the highway next to the roadhouse. NOTE: Camping available for a fee. GPS: S21 34.684 E141 55.377 ... Find out moreCombo Rest Area 104 km
145 km NW of Winton (R) or 18 km SE of Kynuna (L) Large open area just off the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S21 32.42 E142 04.60... Find out moreChinaman Creek Dam Park Area 132 km
3 km W of Cloncurry (L) or 118 km E of Mount Isa (R) Pleasant parking area well off the highway on the banks of the dam. Limited shade. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S20 42.887 E140 28.628... Find out moreBendemeer Rest Area 146 km
93 km NW of Winton (R) or 70 km SE of Kynuna (L) Large open area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S21 45.313 E142 20.979... Find out moreRichmond Park Area 147 km
East side of town Large open area just off the highway at Lake Fred Tritton. Good facilities. GPS: S20 44.339 E143 08.916... Find out moreQuamby Rest Area 153 km
45 km N of Cloncurry (L) or 137 km S of Burke and Wills (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S20 22.303 E140 17.016... Find out moreTerry Smith Rest Area 170 km
80 km N of Cloncurry (L) or 102 km S of Burke and Wills (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S20 04.825 E140 13.664 ... Find out moreFountain Springs Rest Area 182 km
61 km W of Cloncurry (R) or 60 km E of Mount Isa (L) Large area just off the highway around a few trees. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S20 48.054 E139 59.813 ... Find out moreMarathon Rest Area 192 km
67 km W of Hughenden (L) or 48 km E of Richmond (R) Open area just off the highway. GPS: S20 51.521 E143 34.151... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Dirt and Dust Festival: Apr.
Horseracing: Apr–Aug.
Campdraft and Rodeo: May, June and Aug.
Cultural Capers: Oct.
