River, stream, or creek camping near Cunnamulla with hot tubs
This small town in Outback Queensland sits on the banks of the Warrego River.
- Cunnamulla
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River, stream, or creek camping near Cunnamulla with hot tubs guide
Overview
Midway between Charleville and Bourke, Cunnamulla sits at the junctions of iconic Australian Outback road trips on the Matilda Way and the Adventure Way. Known as the Gateway to the Outback, Cunnamulla offers opportunities to stay in conveniently located caravan parks with river frontage, as well as family farms with serene tent campsites. Communal fire pits at area campgrounds are popular for stargazing in a friendly atmosphere loaded with charm. Looking for BBQs, free wifi, camp kitchens, and shady powered sites with drive-through access.
Where to go
Charlotte Plains
Book a camping spot at Charlotte Plains Station, where artesian bore water is piped into outdoor bathtubs, known as bore baths. Unpowered and powered sites offer bush camping in a natural bushland setting, plus self-contained accommodations are available in the Shearers Quarters. Besides bathing in mineral-rich waters, birdwatching and kayaking are popular activities at this Outback Australian sheep station.
Currawinya National Park
Almost 200 kilometres southwest of Cunnamulla is Currawinya National Park, part of the mulga lands fed by Paroo River. Walking trails wind alongside lakes and wetlands where abundant birdlife is attracted to the natural water source. Bush camping sites accessible by 4WD vehicles and camper trailers can be pre-booked through the Queensland National Parks website.
St George
East of Cunnamulla lies the town of St George, the regional centre of the shire and a great place to reprovision with essential supplies before continuing into the Outback.
When to go
The Cunnamulla climate is generally hot and dry year-round, with the mildest temperatures occurring between April and October. Storms and heavy rain may roll through during summer, with minor flooding having the potential to cut access to towns or stations. Always keep an eye on weather forecasts.
Know before you go
- Each August, the Cunnamulla Festival is an annual celebration of Outback Australia.
- Surf the Cunnamulla sand dunes 850 km from the sea.
- Get a taste of Australian Outback life by participating in sheep shearing or cattle mustering.
- Drivers in Outback Australia should be aware of hazards such as roaming livestock and long distances between refuelling stops.
- Fresh drinking water from rain-filled tanks is precious and may be sourced from some holiday parks or stations.
- Cunnamulla was once immortalised by Aussie icon Slim Dusty, whose song “Cunnamulla Fella” is honoured with a larger-than-life statue in the centre of town.
