Muttaburra
Town
Population 106
Despite being a tiny outback community, Muttaburra has much to promote in its history. Famous cattle duffer Harry Redford (Captain Starlight) planned his daring robbery at nearby Bowen Downs Station in 1870. He stole 1000 head of cattle (thinking they wouldn't be missed) and drove them 2400 kilometres into South Australia. He was arrested and tried; the jury acquitted him, probably because his daring was so admired. These events were the basis for Rolf Boldrewood's novel Robbery Under Arms. More recently, a skeleton of an unknown dinosaur was found in 1963 in a creek close to the Thomson River. It was named Muttaburrasaurus. A replica can be seen in Bruford Street.
Visitor Information
Post office, Sword St; (07) 4658 7147
Nearby national parks
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Idalia National Park
Set in the Gowan Range in central western Queensland, Idalia National Park is a dry, remote wilderness. Although the park encompasses the...more -
Porcupine Gorge National Park
Looking like an oasis in the dry, flat plains north of Hughenden, Porcupine Gorge National Park features towering sandstone cliffs and a...more
Nearby towns
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Aramac
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Longreach
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Barcaldine
This pastoral and rail town is located some 100 kilometres east of Longreach. Known as the ‘Garden City of the West’, it was the...more
In Town
Dr Arratta Memorial Museum: this museum has medical and hospital displays with original operating theatres and wards; tours by appt; (07) 4658 7287. Cassimatis General Store and Cottage: restored store depicts the original family business in early 1900s. The adjacent cottage was home to the Cassimatis family; tours by appt; (07) 4658 7287.
Nearby
Muttaburra Cemetery:outskirts of town; 1 km W. Agate fossicking: 5 km W. Pump Hole: swimming and fishing for golden perch and black bream; 5 km E. Broadwater: part of Landsborough River for fishing, birdwatching, bushwalking and camping; 6 km S.
Eco-friendly activities around town
Lark Quarry Conservation Park 157 km
Situated 110 kilometres south-west of Winton, some 4000 fossilised footprints here tell the only known story of a dinosaur stampede that took place an estimated 95 million years ago. Access to the trackways is only with... Find out moreCampsites around town
Aramac Caravan Park 83 km
This campground is next to the Aramac Showgrounds on Booker St in Aramac. There are some powered sites and laundry facilities available. Aramac is part of the Barcaldine Regional Council, 440 km west of Rockhampton, one... Find out moreFour Mile Waterhole camping area 84 km
Campers must be totally self-sufficient to use this site; there are no facilities. Take Corinda Rd from Torrens Creek Rd; travel for 5 km to the park entrance, plus a further 5 km north to the camping area. A 4WD is... Find out moreLongreach Waterhole camping area 98 km
The Longreach Waterhole is reached from the Landsborough Hwy, about 4 km north-west of Longreach. There’s a toilet block, picnic tables and shelters in the adjacent day-use area, but you need to be totally... Find out moreLongreach Caravan Park 99 km
This holiday park provides a comfortable stay in one of central Queensland's popular tourist towns. Facilities include two swimming pools, three spas, a mini mart, wireless broadband internet or internet kiosks, and... Find out moreThe Lake Campground 116 km
Camp on the shores of freshwater Lake Dunn, 68 kilometres north-east of Aramac. Traditional owners call it Pajingo Bola (Big Fella Waterhole), but this is desert country so you might find it too shallow for swimming or... Find out moreBarcaldine Tourist Park 131 km
About 1.5 km from the centre of town on Box St (Matilda Hwy), this tourist park with drive-through grassy sites has an excellent range of facilities including wireless internet, and free use of the washing machines and... Find out moreBush camping 139 km
Self-sufficient bush camping (with a permit) is allowed near the old shearing shed, about 4.5 km from the homestead, reached by 4WD only. Open fires and generators are not permitted.... Find out moreLong Waterhole camping area 155 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 163 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
Discovery Holiday Parks – Longreach 98 km
Longreach is a busy tourist centre during the cooler months and a booking is important even though the park has expanded recently. It is within walking distance of the Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and about 2... Find out moreBarcaldine Tourist Park 131 km
A newer park on the southern outskirts of town, this park is easily accessible from the Matilda Highway. It has good facilities and offers free billy tea and damper in the tourist season. Bookings are required in peak... Find out moreMatilda Country Tourist Park 157 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 moreAllan Terry Caravan Park 197 km
Around 1.5 km from the centre of Hughenden, this is a good, basic park adjoining the town swimming pool. Porcupine Gorge is nearby.... Find out moreBlackall Caravan Park 224 km
Easily accessible from the Landsborough (Matilda) Highway, the park is just a short walk from the town centre. It is popular during the winter tourist season, offering camp-oven meals each evening. Bookings are required... Find out moreRest areas around town
Morella Rest Area 82 km
69 km NW of Longreach (R) or 111 km SE of Winton (L) Large open area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S22 58.550 E143 51.589... Find out moreMacsland Rest Area 87 km
24 km NW of Longreach (R) or 156 km SE of Winton (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S23 16.588 E144 07.657... Find out moreThompson River Camp Area 96 km
5 km NW of Longreach (R) or 175 km SE of Winton (L) Large secluded area well off the highway (via River Farms Road). Good facilities. Only limited shade. GPS: S23 24.594 E144 13.776... Find out moreIlfracombe Park Area 99 km
Middle of town Parking area at the historical vehicle display. GPS: S23 29.379 E144 30.504... Find out moreNewstead Creek Rest Area 101 km
74 km W of Barcaldine (R) or 6 km E of Ilfracombe (L) Large area well off the road. Limited shade. GPS: S23 30.096 E144 33.099 ... Find out moreChorregon Rest Area 101 km
110 km NW of Longreach (L) or 70 km SE of Winton (R) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S22 41.466 E143 34.425 ... Find out moreDartmouth Rest Area 102 km
63 km W of Barcaldine (R) or 17 km E of Ilfracombe (L) Large open area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S23 30.741 E144 40.237 ... Find out moreSaltern Rest Area 114 km
29 km W of Barcaldine (R) or 51 km E of Ilfracombe (L) Large open area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S23 32.092 E144 59.767 ... Find out moreCrawford Creek Rest Area 116 km
131 km NW of Longreach (R) or 49 km SE of Winton (L) Large area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S22 33.456 E143 25.532... Find out moreBarcaldine East Rest Area 132 km
85 km W of Jericho (R) or 2 km E of Barcaldine (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S23 33.167 E145 18.417 ... Find out moreLloyd Jones Weir Camp Area 136 km
T/O 102 km N of Blackall (L) or 5 km S of Barcaldine (R) Large secluded area located 9 kilometres west of the highway among the trees on the banks of the Alice River. Good facilities and shade. NOTE: Unsealed access.... Find out moreClover Hills Rest Area 155 km
78 km N of Blackall (R) or 29 km S of Barcaldine (L) Large open area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S23 48.067 E145 18.550... Find out moreAlice River Rest Area 168 km
34 km W of Jericho (L) or 53 km E of Barcaldine (R) Small area just off the highway among a few large trees at the site of a memorial. Good shade. GPS: S23 33.902 E145 48.235... Find out morePrairie Rest Area 191 km
Middle of town Parking area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S20 52.250 E144 36.164... Find out moreJericho Park Area 196 km
Middle of town Parking area adjacent to the highway in the middle of town. GPS: S23 36.113 E146 07.426 ... Find out moreHughenden East Park Area 196 km
East side of town Large parking area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S20 50.983 E144 11.998 ... Find out moreHughenden West Park Area 198 km
West side of town Large parking area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S20 50.497 E144 11.104... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Anzac Day Celebrations: Apr.
Landsborough Flock Ewe Show: June.
Horseracing: Aug.
Christmas Celebrations: Dec.
