The Darling River Run

Experience the Top End of Outback NSW

One of Australia’s great driving adventures

Experience Outback NSW along the Darling River #ontherun

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Bourke

The Road to Bourke along the Darling River Embedded in our Australian folklore is the iconic saying “Back O’ Bourke”. First coined by the Scottish poet William Ogilvie in his poem “At the Back O’ Bourke” the saying captures the image of the remoteness of Australia’s vast outback. Bourke is known as the gateway to the real outback and the ideal place to start your Darling River journey.

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Brewarrina

Brewarrina fish traps Brewarrina is a popular cultural and heritage stop for visitors taking in some of Outback NSW’s most stunning country. The Brewarrina District is adorned with some of nature’s most spectacular natural attractions including the National Heritage Listed Brewarrina Fish Traps, Culgoa National Park and the magnificent Barwon River.

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National Parks

National Parks on the Darling River RunOutback NSW not only has some of the best National Parks in NSW, but also Australia. National Parks of Outback NSW are as diverse as the area itself. From Mungo National Park in the south-west of the State, the river land beside the Darling River at Kinchega National Park to the remote outback expanses of Sturt National Park.

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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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If youre #ontherun this weekend you may see some spectacular #wildflower displays in some parts of the run. Here are some photos taken at Wanaaring which show the extent of growth after recent rains. #darlingriverrunImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

If you're #ontherun this weekend you may see some spectacular #wildflower displays in some parts of the run. Here are some photos taken at Wanaaring which show the extent of growth after recent rains. #darlingriverrun ... See MoreSee Less

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TRAVEL TIP | Driving at night along the Darling River Run at dawn or dusk is risky for both you and animals. Kangaroos, emus, eagles and domestic stock share the #DarlingRiverRun as well. So try and keep safe by travelling when the sun is up. Drive safely.

TRAVEL TIP | Driving at night along the Darling River Run at dawn or dusk is risky for both you and animals. Kangaroos, emus, eagles and domestic stock share the #DarlingRiverRun as well. So try and keep safe by travelling when the sun is up. Drive safely. ... See MoreSee Less

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This must be the coolest Granddad around .... taking the grandkids on an Outback camping trip for the school holidays in his 1915 Model T Ford.

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Just like the good old days.10/10 Mate.How many grand kids would get a holiday like this to rember

Friggin awesome

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THAT WAS AMAZING BEN! Even better than my gyrocopter vedios

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