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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 you’re on the #DarlingRiverRun, visiting a Darling River town or just travelling to be with friends & family over the break, please be safe out on the roads and have a Happy Easter.

Don’t forget to show us your photos #outontherun.

📷 Wanderers Crossing River Retreat

If you’re on the #DarlingRiverRun, visiting a Darling River town or just travelling to be with friends & family over the break, please be safe out on the roads and have a Happy Easter.

Don’t forget to show us your photos #outontherun.

📷 Wanderers Crossing River Retreat
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This caravan park is amazing!!! Definitely a well deserved spot to rest after the Darling river run. The hosts are amazing, so please get behind them 💗

Pooncarie on the river 💕

Pelican chilling out

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#outontherunThe night skies are AMAZING and soooo big out here … and roads down the Darling River are open (west side of the river only from Tilpa to Wilcannia and a detour between Walgett and Brewarrina).
#thedarlingriverrun #OutbackBeds #outbacknsw #backobourke #StarsEverywhere #nightskies
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Thanks for sharing!

Awesome photo. Thanks

Katrina Williams

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Have your say…

Have your say…We’re seeking feedback on our proposal to deliver consistent state-wide camping fees and simplified bookings for #NSWParks.

Key elements of the proposed changes include:
- Tiered camping fees with a sliding scale of pricing based on services and facilities (think shower blocks and BBQs, etc) and seasonal demand.
- Removing booking and extra person fees.
- Generous refunds for cancellations to tackle ghost bookings.
- Campsites with basic or no facilities would be free and operate on a first-come, first-served basis.

The improvements were developed following extensive consultation with more than 200,000 campers and national park visitors 🏕

A consultation paper outlining the proposed changes is now on public exhibition for community comment until 25 May 2025. This is your opportunity to tell us what you think.

For more information and to provide feedback, head here: www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/camping
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Bindara On The Darling - Great place to stop and stay on the #DarlingRiverRun.Image attachmentImage attachment

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We captured this shot during last nights sunset at Mungo National Park. Experience a Mungo Sunset yourself and visit this amazing World Heritage site on the #DarlingRiverRun 

Experience Wentworth #FeelNSW #OnTheRun #LakeMungo 

🏷 We want to see photos of you on the Darling River Run - Post your photos, tag us and use the hashtag #outontherun.

We captured this shot during last nights sunset at Mungo National Park. Experience a 'Mungo Sunset' yourself and visit this amazing World Heritage site on the #DarlingRiverRun

Experience Wentworth #feelNSW #OnTheRun #LakeMungo

🏷 We want to see photos of you on the Darling River Run - Post your photos, tag us and use the hashtag #outontherun.
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Mungo sunset #outontherun

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Thanks for sharing The Darling River Run. 😃👩🏼‍🎨

Those colours......magic.

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The Darling River Run