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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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    • 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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    • Brewarrina
    • Bourke
    • Louth
    • Tilpa
    • Wilcannia
    • Menindee
    • Pooncarie
    • Wentworth
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    • Cobar
    • Goodooga Great Artesian Springs
    • Walgett
    • White Cliffs
  • National Parks
    • Toorale National Park
    • Gundabooka National Park
    • Paroo-Darling National Park
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Travel The Darling River Run

One of Australia’s great driving adventures

Discover the Darling River & Experience Outback NSW

Darling River Run

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.

Towns & Villages of the Darling River Run

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.

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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.

National Parks

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.

Brewarrina to Bourke

Brewarrina to Bourke

Bourke to Louth Road

Bourke to Louth

Louth to Tilpa Road

Louth to Tilpa

Tilpa to Wilcannia

Wilcannia to Menindee Road

Wilcannia to Menindee

Menindee to Pooncarie Darling River Run

Menindee to Pooncarie

Pooncarie to Wentworth

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Featured Attractions

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

Mungo Walls of China Tour with an Aboriginal Tour Guide, Mungo National Park

Mungo Walls of China Tour with an Aboriginal Tour Guide, Mungo National Park

Explore Perry Sandhills

Explore Perry Sandhills

Goodooga Artesian Springs

Goodooga Artesian Springs

The Back O’ Bourke Exhibition Centre

The Back O’ Bourke Exhibition Centre

Menindee Visitor Information Centre

Menindee Visitor Information Centre

Many Big Rocks picnic area (Karnu Yalpa)

Many Big Rocks picnic area (Karnu Yalpa)

Kinchega Woolshed

Kinchega Woolshed

Copi Hollow Caravan Park

Copi Hollow Caravan Park

Back O’ Bourke Gallery

Back O’ Bourke Gallery

Mulgowan (Yappa) Aboriginal Art Site walking track

Mulgowan (Yappa) Aboriginal Art Site walking track


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13 hours ago

🌵🚙 The Big red Bash @bigredbash & Mundi Mundi Bash @mundimundibash routes just got a few more friendly stops along the way…

We’re proud to be part of Outback Beds a network of genuine outback stays where travellers are welcomed like old mates. Along with several other local hosts in our area, we’re ready to welcome those chasing wide horizons, quiet back roads and a proper outback experience.

No rush, no crowds, just good country hospitality and a place to pull up for the night. Because out here, you don’t just stay… you stay with friends.

See you down the track.

Below are our neighbouring outback bed members 👇🏽

📍 Bourke @lowerlilaretreat
📍 Louth-Darling River Run
@trilby_station Nelia Gaari Station
📍 Willcannia @warrawongonthedarling
📍 Nyngan @callubristation
📍 Nymagee @fourcornersfarmstay

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Valentine’s Day, Bourke-style 😘

Loved-up, single, third-wheeling or just here for the vibes — Bourke doesn’t discriminate, it flirts with everyone.

Head to a local pub for a hand-holding meal, duck into the club for a sneaky slap on the pokies, or take a sunset drive over the Darling River and pretend you’re in a movie scene. Romance, Bourke-style.

Bring your sweetheart, your bestie, or simply treat yourself (self-love is very on trend). Good coffee, great company and that unmistakable Bourke charm are always on the menu.

Careful though… people come for a visit and end up falling hard.
Big, bold, fabulous love from Visit Bourke ❤️✨
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Towns

  • Brewarrina
  • Bourke
  • Louth
  • Tilpa
  • Wilcannia
  • Menindee
  • Pooncarie
  • Wentworth
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NSW Parks

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