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The Darling River Run

The Darling River Run

One of Australia’s great driving adventures in Outback NSW

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    • About The Darling River Run
    • Information Brochure
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  • Runs
    • Brewarrina to Bourke
    • Bourke to Louth
    • Louth to Tilpa
    • Tilpa to Wilcannia
    • Wilcannia to Menindee
    • Menindee to Pooncarie
    • Pooncarie to Wentworth
  • Towns
    • Brewarrina
    • Bourke
    • Louth
    • Tilpa
    • Wilcannia
    • Menindee
    • Pooncarie
    • Wentworth
  • Side Trips
    • Cobar
    • Goodooga Great Artesian Springs
    • Walgett
    • White Cliffs
  • National Parks
    • Toorale National Park
    • Gundabooka National Park
    • Paroo-Darling National Park
    • Sturt National Park
    • Kinchega National Park
    • Mungo National Park
    • Culgoa National Park
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Darling River Run | Create your own story

Immerse yourself in the nature, history and culture of the NSW Outback on an unforgettable road trip along the Darling River Run.

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Create your own story!

Your adventure will take you from Brewarrina to Wentworth, following the mighty Darling for nearly 950km. As you meander along the river, you’ll see incredible landscapes, encounter local wildlife and discover areas rich in Aboriginal cultural heritage.

Along the way you’ll pass iconic outback towns brimming with friendly Aussie spirit and rich heritage. From Brewarrina, you’ll travel to Bourke, Louth, Tilpa, Wilcannia, Menindee and Pooncarie before reaching the historic town of Wentworth where the Darling River meets the Murray River.

Be sure to call into the visitor information centre at each town to discover the best vantage points, local attractions and available tours.

Or use the Darling River Run Discovery Directory – a comprehensive list of over 150 locations to find Accommodation, Where to Eat, Attractions and Activities, Supplies, Services and more.

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Louth/Cobar local Joso Bushman having a nice day on the Darling River. Making the rest of us wish we were there.🎣 ...

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☕️🍰Drop into Rose Isle Station (on the eastern run Bourke><Louth) for morning tea Monday, Wednesday & Friday for a cuppa and some genuine outback hospitality. ...

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📣 There’s more

📣 There’s more to discover on your next Darling River Run!

The newly released Darling Barka Geotrail reveals the stories behind western NSW’s extraordinary landscapes - with 53 stops across three self-guided driving tours.

Explore ancient rivers, the landscapes of Mungo, Menindee Lakes and the opal country of White Cliffs, with the trail extending from Wentworth through Pooncarie and Wilcannia to Peery Lake. Along the way, discover the region’s geology and rich cultural history, including the enduring connection of the Barkandji people to Country.

📱 Download the free NSW GeoTours app and your chosen tours before you leave home, so you can explore even where mobile reception is limited.

Add a little discovery to your next Darling River Run adventure.

👉 Explore the Darling Barka Geotrail - See link in comments.

#DarlingRiverRun #DarlingBarkaGeotrail #NSWGeoTours #OutbackNSW #VisitNSW #NSWParks Experience Wentworth Central Darling Shire Council
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The Darling River Run
2 days ago

Spring here and September is packed with reasons to explore the Wentworth Region with a fresh lineup of events! From community gatherings and musical performances to sporting events and family fun, there's plenty happening! All at this link www.experiencewentworth.com.au/EWSite/media/PDFFolder/WhatsOn/9-Sept2026_WhatsOn_Wentworth-Surrou... ...

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The Darling River Run
3 days ago
🌼 Spring on the R

🌼 Spring on the Run 🌼

Winter rain has brought fresh life and vibrant colour to the Darling River Run, with Wildflowers becoming increasingly noticeable across the river country as spring unfolds.

NSW National Parks and floodplains along the route are alive with seasonal colour as wildflowers and fresh growth to create a beautiful spring display.

📷 This image of the river floodplains between Louth and Bourke was captured by local artist Jenny Greentree. Be sure to visit the Back O Bourke Gallery in North Bourke and discover Jenny’s wonderful outback-inspired artwork while travelling the Run.

#GetOutOnTheRun this spring and experience the NSW outback at its colourful best.

#SpringOnTheRun #DarlingRiverRun #TooraleNationalPark #OutbackNSW #BourkeNSW #LouthNSW #wildflowers #NSWParks
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The Darling River Run
4 days ago

Spring is here!

We do love winter in Bourke, but right now? This is a pretty good time to point the car west.

School holiday plans are starting to look a whole lot better — Wanaaring Gymkhana & Sports, Hungerford Sports and a very special 150th birthday celebration, plus a long weekend just begging for a Bourke road trip.

Throw in a Jandra cruise, big skies, spring colour, a few country roads and plenty of time to explore.

So… what are your school holiday plans?

Maybe Bourke should be in them.
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Towns

  • Brewarrina
  • Bourke
  • Louth
  • Tilpa
  • Wilcannia
  • Menindee
  • Pooncarie
  • Wentworth
  • Map

NSW Parks

  • Toorale National Park
  • Gundabooka National Park
  • Paroo-Darling National Park
  • Kinchega National Park
  • Sturt National Park
  • Mungo National Park
  • Culgoa National Park
  • Map

Runs

  • Walgett to Brewarrina
  • Brewarrina to Bourke
  • Bourke to Louth
  • Louth to Tilpa
  • Tilpa to Wilcannia
  • Wilcannia to Menindee
  • Menindee to Pooncarie
  • Pooncarie to Wentworth

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