fbpx

One of Australia’s great driving adventures

Discover the Darling River and Experience Outback NSW


Directory | 150+ Locations

Discover the Darling River Run Locations

The Darling River Run Discovery Directory - Discover attractions and activities, camping locations, where to stay, eat & drink, supplies, services and more.

Darling River campground (Yapara Paaka Thuru) Toorale National Park
Coach and Horses Campground, Paroo Darling National Park
Culgoa River Campground, Culgoa National Park
Menindee Visitor Information Centre
PS Ruby Built in 1907
Climb the viewing tower where two great Australian rivers meet, the Confluence of the Murray Darling rivers
The Back O’ Bourke Exhibition Centre
Wentworth Court House
Shindy’s Inn
Wentworth Visitor Information Centre
Food and Huts By Mt Oxley
Mungo Shearers’ Quarters, Mungo National Park
Goodooga Artesian Springs
Trilby Station
Beds on the Barwon
Mount Grenfell Historic Site
Rose Isle Station
Toorale Homestead precinct (Yarramarra)
Camp at the Pooncarie Multi Purpose Park
Pooncarie Hotel

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.

About the Darling River Run

Download the Brochure

The Darling River Run | Outback NSW | Brochure

Explore the Towns of the Darling River

Explore

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 β€œfresh” 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.

The Darling River Run Social News

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
A great place to stop in Wentworth for Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch or Coffee.

A great place to stop in Wentworth for Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch or Coffee.This Long Wknd we are Open Fri Sat & Sun 9-2pm for Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch and Great Coffee.
Give us a call 0401790621 we would Love to See You.
#ExperienceWentworth #feelNSW #brokenhill #visitthemurray #visitmildura #regionalnsw #SupportLocal #freshfood
... See MoreSee Less

1 CommentComment on Facebook

Been there, it’s beautiful

Situated on the West side of the Darling River between #Menindee & #Wilcannia, Nelia Gaari Station is a sheep grazing property that offers a unique and welcoming spot to park your Caravan, Campervan or Four-wheel Drive for short or extended stays. Go boating, fishing, yabbying or exploring, play a round of golf, or just kick back around the campfire.  

Your hosts Lily & Greg invite you to share their beautiful stretch of the Darling River on the #DarlingRiverRun.

πŸ“· A man and his dog on the Darling - Greg Martin from Nelia Gaari Station

#OutbackBeds #GetOnTheRun | Central Darling Shire Council  #DarlingRiver

Situated on the West side of the Darling River between #Menindee & #Wilcannia, Nelia Gaari Station is a sheep grazing property that offers a unique and welcoming spot to park your Caravan, Campervan or Four-wheel Drive for short or extended stays. Go boating, fishing, yabbying or exploring, play a round of golf, or just kick back around the campfire.

Your hosts Lily & Greg invite you to share their beautiful stretch of the Darling River on the #DarlingRiverRun.

πŸ“· A man and his dog on the Darling - Greg Martin from Nelia Gaari Station

#OutbackBeds #GetOnTheRun | Central Darling Shire Council #DarlingRiver
... See MoreSee Less

7 CommentsComment on Facebook

Stayed there late last year. What fantastic hosts and facilities. Sites well spaced with awesome fire pits. 10 out of 10 from me.

Stayed there 18 months ago for a few days. Had 10mm of rain and got a bit sticky. The dog had a ball!

Been there years ago, great place to visit. Very quiet and friendly

View more comments

Stay at the White Cliffs Underground Motel when taking a side trip to White Cliffs on the #DarlingRiverRunImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Stay at the White Cliffs Underground Motel when taking a side trip to White Cliffs on the #DarlingRiverRun ... See MoreSee Less

Discover the history of the pubs past and present on the The Pub Route. The β€˜River Run Route’ covers part of the #DarlingRiverRun between Bourke and Tilpa. Keep an eye out for the historical markers indicating approximate locations of the old pubs.

Discover the history of the pubs past and present on the The Pub Route. The β€˜River Run Route’ covers part of the #DarlingRiverRun between Bourke and Tilpa. Keep an eye out for the historical markers indicating approximate locations of the old pubs.πŸ“Œ Historical #PubSpot | The Welcome Inn/East Toorale Hotel - The River Run Route.

East Toorale on the other side of the river from the famous Toorale Station was home to no fewer than four different β€œsigns of the house” over a period spanning some five decades. As well as being a convenient wayside stop for travellers between Bourke and Louth, the hotels at East Toorale derived much business from the shearers, roustabouts and drovers of Toorale, the original station homestead and shearing shed were located just a few kilometres away across the Darling River.

Read more at:
thepubroute.com.au/welcome-inn-east-toorale/
Discover the Watering Holes of the West on the Pub Route!

The #PubRoute connects travellers to the history and stories of the forgotten β€˜pub spots’ that shaped the west.

Although many of these pubs no longer exist, keep an eye out for the historical markers which indicate the approximate locations of these pioneering hotels. You'll find them located between each PubSTOP along the 8 ROUTES and are a great conversation starter at the pub.

#ThePubRoute #RiverRunRoute #PubHistory #HistoricalHotels #BushPubs #RoadTrip #Bourke #Louth #Tilpa #Toorale #WelcomeInn
... See MoreSee Less

7 CommentsComment on Facebook

I'm coming over from the west I a few months time, and as part of my trip, I'm hoping to do from Menindee to Louth, only the one way.. I'm not really a pub person, but love history.. my question is, which is the best side to drive, west or east.. cheers πŸ›»πŸ€”πŸ˜

Looking forward to this

Tezza Robins

View more comments

It’s wonderful seeing the Warrego full again, here at the retreat.

#outbackretreat #outbacknswaustralia
... See MoreSee Less

1 CommentComment on Facebook

Looks fantastic.😊

Australia Day 2025 at Shindys Inn! πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

Join us for an afternoon of music and activities for all with great prizes! 🍻 🍻

Kick off 5pm!
... See MoreSee Less

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

Great place to celebrate Australia Day.

What 😲!!No welcome to country or smoking ceremony,how dreadful!! πŸ€£πŸ˜‚πŸ€£πŸ¦˜πŸ¦˜πŸ¦˜πŸ¦˜...

View more comments

Load more

The Darling River Run