One of Australia’s great driving adventures
Discover the Darling River & Experience Outback NSW
Towns & Villages of the Darling River Run
Discover the towns and villages of the Darling River Run, where hospitality, local stories, and the true spirit of Outback NSW flow from communities built along the banks of the Darling River.
Travel Map
Explore the Darling River Run & Outback Beds Touring Map – a guide to outback stays remote towns, and hidden gems along the mighty Darling River and beyond.
National Parks
Discover Outback NSW’s extraordinary National Parks from Mungo’s ancient wonders to Kinchega’s river landscapes, and Gunderbooka’s striking ranges, each highlighting the region’s breathtaking diversity and offering unforgettable experiences.
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.
Featured Attractions
The Darling River Run Discovery Directory – Discover more attractions and activities, camping locations, where to stay, eat & drink, supplies, services and more.
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There’s lots to discover when you travel the Darling River Run.
Take your time exploring the towns, villages, national parks and attractions that line the Baaka/Darling River and its connected waterways.
From historic river ports and friendly bush communities to red gum forests, station stays, Aboriginal cultural experiences, museums, pubs, walking trails and spectacular national parks, there’s no shortage of experiences along the way.
Whether you’re pulling up in Bourke, Brewarrina, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, Menindee, Pooncarie or Wentworth… the adventure is found in the places you stop, the people you meet, and the stories that shape the outback.
Start planning your journey and see where the Baaka takes you.
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We’re OPEN with access via Bourke and Louth. Light traffic only at this stage.
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Central Darling Shire road update for this afternoon. Menindee - Wilcannia - Tilpa open with caution on the west side of the river.
EDIT - west Tilpa to Wilcannia road closed again, there’s some deep wheel tracks and wet sections.
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Include the Louth Field Day in your Darling River Run itinerary if you're travelling in early June. A great day #OutOnTheRun
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