Darling River Run.

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Day 1: Walgett

Begin your journey in Walgett, home to Artesian Bore Baths, warm natural baths filled by ancient springs from the Great Artesian Basin.

Artesian Bore Baths

The water in Walgett Bore Baths, naturally heated to a temperature of 41.5 degrees, comes from the Great Artesian Bas...

Stone's Throw

Discover antique furniture, giftware, collectables and jewellery - and grab a coffee while you browse!

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Drive – 133KM

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Day 1: Brewarrina

Travel 134km west on the Kamilaroi Highway to Brewarrina, where the Barwon River joins up with the Darling River.

Brewarrina Visitors Information Centre

Pop in to the Brewarrina Visitors Information and Exhibition Centre for any questions and information you may have or need on your travels!

Brewarrina Fish Traps

The Brewarrina fish traps are estimated to be over 40,000 years old and one of the oldest man-made structures on earth.

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Drive – 98KM

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Day 1: Bourke

Bourke is a classic outback town with beautiful heritage, gorgeous natural attractions and warm outback hospitality.

Back O' Bourke Exhibition Centre

Experience a journey through life in the back country, discover the stories of Australia from the rich cultural histo...

Gundabooka National Park

Visit Gundabooka National Park and State Conservation Area to see the imposing Mount Gunderbooka and Aboriginal rock art.

Toorale National Park

In the beautiful Toorale National Park is the junction of the Darling and the Warrego rivers. Enjoy camping under the starry outback skies.

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Drive – 99KM

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Day 2: Louth

Louth is a historic settlement on the banks of the Darling River, and a former paddle-steamer port between Bourke and Brewarrina.

Louth Races

Louth has an undeniable reputation for staging this great annual race meeting that keeps crowds coming back year after year.

Shindy's Inn

Shindy's Inn is a unique Australian hotel in Louth NSW, situated on the banks of the Darling River.

Trilby Station

Situated on the banks of the Darling River this great location has accommodation, nature trails, bird watching, fishi...

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Drive – 93KM

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Day 2: Tilpa

Drive 67km along the scenic Darling River Road to Tilpa, once a busy port for the bustling river trade.

Tilpa Hotel

Grown from a river boat trade along the Darling River, this pub is the heart of Tilpa and a favourite attraction for travellers and locals.

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Drive – 128KM

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Day 3: Wilcannia

Wilcannia was once one of Australia's busiest inland ports, and you will discover fine heritage buildings here.

Coach and Horses Campground

In a delightful, shady spot next to a bend in the Darling, the Coach and Horses campground offers a bush camp with vi...

Paroo Darling National Park

Discover Paroo-Darling National Park's rich history as you explore the Murray-Darling Basin and enjoy kayaking, canoe...

Wilcannia Heritage and Pioneer Museum

Visit the former Athenaeum Library on Reid Street, now the town's Pioneer Museum, to learn the fascinating history of this town’s heritage.

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Drive – 154KM

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Day 3: Menindee

Situated between the birdwatchers’ paradise of Kinchega National Park wetlands and the mighty Darling River, Menindee is a wonderful base.

Kinchega Visitor Centre

Visit Kinchega Visitor Centre and get details on birdwatching and touring the Darling River and Menindee Lakes near Broken Hill in outback NSW.

Kinchega National Park

Featuring the mesmerising Menindee lake system with its wonderful array of birdlife and haunting river red gums risin...

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Drive – 123KM

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Day 4: Pooncarie

On the banks of the beautiful Darling River, Pooncarie is a former river port where paddle-steamers loaded with wool bales anchored.

Mungo National Park

Visit World Heritage Mungo National Park, home of the famous Mungo Lady and Mungo Man, and explore a place rich in Aboriginal history.

Walls of China

This unique feature on the southeastern edge of the Lake Mungo lunette makes for one of Australia’s most unforgettable sights.

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Drive – 117KM

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Day 4: Wentworth

At the historic river port of Wentworth, you can cruise aboard riverboats at the great confluence of the Darling and Murray rivers.

Wentworth Visitor Information Centre

Call into the Visitor Information Centre to pick up your Drive Trail Map and discover the attractions that others miss.

Mildura Visitor Information Centre

Mildura's fully accredited one stop shop for information, bookings and advice on the hidden gems of the region.

Perry Sandhills

Explore these fascinating and ancient dunes, located in a unique land formation covering 400 acres of continuously shifting sand dunes.

Trentham Estate

Enjoy the relaxed ambience of Trentham Estate, where the elegant surrounds with stunning panoramic views of the Murra...