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The Darling River Run

The Darling River Run is a thin, winding line describing a route through the NSW outback, characterised by landscape, history, culture, literature and adventure. Taken as a whole, or in its various component parts, the route provides an opportunity to see the real Australian Bush and experience some safe and easy off-road driving, connect with Aboriginal culture and iconic Towns & Locations along the Darling River, and drench yourself in the history, and contemporary life of a part of the country that is central to the national psyche.

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The Darling River is the third longest river in Australia and is the lifeblood of Outback NSW. Only a small percentage of the Darling’s water comes from within the Western Catchment - the majority of “fresh” enters the system from Queensland rains (rain falling west of the Divide in Queensland). Be sure during your drive that you call in to the Visitor Information Centres in each township and chat with the friendly staff who are knowledgeable on the best vantage points, local attractions, river history and updated road conditions.

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Spotted in #Brewarrina — a powerful trio watching over the park: These striking sculptures reflect the stories, spirit, and strength of the region. Make sure to stop and take a closer look next time youre in town on the #DarlingRiverRun. 🐎🦅🦎 

 #OutbackArt #OutOnTheRun

Spotted in #Brewarrina — a powerful trio watching over the park: These striking sculptures reflect the stories, spirit, and strength of the region. Make sure to stop and take a closer look next time you're in town on the #DarlingRiverRun. 🐎🦅🦎

#OutbackArt #outontherun
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Beautiful

Well done 👌

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LOOKING TO HEAD ALONG THE DARLING RIVER RUN? While we wait for Central Darling Shire to reopen roads from Wilcannia to Tilpa due rain earlier in the week - here’s a good detour if you’re coming up (or heading to) Wilcannia from upstream. The ‘52 Mile/Barnato Road’ from the Barrier Highway to Tilpa is pretty much all sealed and it’s a lovely drive along the east side of the river between villages. You also get to enjoy the lovely atmosphere, great counter meals, cold beers and fuel at both Tilpa and Louth, and roads in the Bourke and Cobar Shires are open. Wilcannia - Menindee both sides of the river are now open too

#thedarlingriverrun #OutbackBeds #outbacknsw #backobourke #visitbourke
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We are on our way .

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6 mls of rain on Monday and it definitely freshened up the garden 💦
Bourke to Louth roads north of us are open to Dunlop with a few roads south of us still closed as they received abit more rain

Morning tea and Tours along with some amazing private camps are all bustling along….

Take a walk back in History!!!
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Looking forward to seeing you with our group in early October. We're definitely still coming!

Highly recommend ....

How busy u going to be coming up to the races at louth ?

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A great video about Shindy's Inn at Louth from The Pub Route. ... See MoreSee Less

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It was closed when we went through recently. Will have to do the trip again so we can have a meal there.

Report updated 11.30am
Please see the latest road report for Tuesday 15 July. Also please check road conditions for surrounding Shires as this may affect your journey. The road condition map is available on the Council's website.
www.centraldarling.nsw.gov.au/Ser.../Road-conditions
For information on road conditions in the Unincorporated Area please monitor the Live Traffic NSW website. www.livetraffic.com/
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AJ McKenzie

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