If you know Bourke you know Australia
Henry Lawson
WELCOME
'Back O' Bourke'- one of the most recognisable terms in the Australian vocabulary, but where, or rather 'what' is it? It is people and it is landscape, solitude and mate-ship. It encompasses history, culture and nature, as well as invention and ingenuity. Small towns and big distances, wide open plains and narrow tracks. As much a concept as it is reality, and only ever truly understood through experience.
This is our backyard. These concepts and hazy visons are the realities of our day to day lives. We can no more point you towards the Back O' Bourke than you could, because we are it. We are the people, the places, the stories and traces. Follow any path you like to get here, take any means available to you, and know that when you arrive you will be invited to discover the hidden journeys Back O' Bourke has to offer.
See & Do
MOUNT OXLEY
Rising from the floodplain is the pre-historic plateau - the unmissable profile of Mount Oxley - that is one of the resonant features of the Back O’ …
BACK O' BOURKE INFORMATION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE
The Back O' Bourke Information and Exhibition Centre is set amongst the native garden of the river red gums on the banks of the Darling River. The ce…
JANDRA PADDLEBOAT
Please be advised the PV Jandra is now CLOSED for the 2023 cruising season. Experience the beautiful Darling-Baaka River aboard the majestic Jandra P…
Stay
It's the bitterest land of sweat and sorrow. But if I were free I'd be off tomorrow Out at the Back O' Bourke
Henry Lawson
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We love it when visitors send us photos of their experiences within Bourke! Lynne Moran visited Mount Oxley for sunset and was not disappointed in the view. Mount Oxley is only accessible via purchasing a permit from the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre. You are able to visit for sunset, sunrise or even for a BBQ throughout the day, but remember that it is a working station and requires a permit to enter the property. Mount Oxley is open all year round, so why not pop in to see the friendly staff at the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre for more information between the hours of 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on weekends.
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What's better than a birds eye view of our beautiful Darling River?
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The wharf is the perfect spot to capture the afternoon sunset or a colourful sunrise. With birdwatching as the number one activity, you are also able to see the 100 year old Crossley Engine that is also located nearby which runs Monday to Friday from 12pm.
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Toorale National Park is accessible all year round, and is the perfect spot to see an emu or two. Toorale is located at the junction of the Warrego and the Darling rivers and offers the rare opportunity to see the outback floodplain landscape. #visitbourke #visitnsw #visitaustralia #outback #outbackaustralia #nationalpark #nationalparks #tooralenationalapark #outbacktouring #travel #travelnsw #travelaustralia #travelaus
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The red dirt roads around #visitbourke are the perfect backdrop to any photo. Take a trip to Mount Oxley to enjoy a sunset by purchasing a permit from the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre, or visit Gundabooka National Park to take a walk up Mt Gunabooka itself and visit the Yapa (Mulgowan) art site on your way back to town. You don’t need to go far to see the different colours of the outback, there is a beautiful view no matter where you go.
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The Jandra Paddleboat runs 7 days a week! Pop in to the Back O' Bourke Information and Exhibition Centre to chat with the friendly staff and purchase a ticket. #visitbourke #visitnsw #jandra #paddleboats #river #rivercruise #rivercruises #outback #australianoutback #outbackaustralia #tourismaustralia #destinationnsw
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You will never be disappointed with the colours of the outback. #visitbourke #bourkensw #tourism #vìsitnsw #visitnsw #australia #australianoutback #outbacknsw #outbackphotography
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When travelling along the Darling River Run, be sure to check out the beautiful farm stays located along the track. ⛺️ Rose Isle Station is a grazing property located 70 km downstream of Bourke on the Louth - Bourke road part of the Darling River Run with beautiful river views and peaceful campsites, accommodation for fishing, camping, hiking, or just relaxing in the backcountry. They have powered and un-powered spots for caravans, camp trailers, boats and tents, and provide shearers quarters accommodation for those travelling without setting up their own camps. It's a great central spot for day trips to hike and visit Mt Gundabooka, Louth, Toorale Station, and nearby towns. "Peaceful Darling River Huts and Campsites." For any further information, contact Rose Isle Station on either phone number and check out their website! Phone: (02) 6874 7371 Mobile: 0499 747 371 🏷 #backobourke #bourke #bourkensw #bourke2840 #visitbackobourke #outbacknsw #outbackaustralia #bourkenswoutback #darlingriver #darlingriverbourke #tourism #travel #travelgram #tourismbourke #explore #exploreaustralia #explorebourke #explorebackobourke #outbackaussie #destinationnsw #roseislestation #darlingriverrun #farmstay #farmstaynsw #louth #louthnsw
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Have you seen the new sign in our village of Enngonia? We encourage everyone that passes through to get creative and take a selfie! Tag our Facebook page or use the hashtag #visitbourke so we can see what you come up with.
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Bourke is located on the Darling River, in the north-west of NSW. From the major cities we are what we like to call 'centrally located' - roughly a 10 hour drive from everywhere! Sydney: 760km via the Mitchell Highway Melbourne: 983km via the Kidman Way Brisbane: 926km via the Kamilaroi Highway Adelaide: 1,133km via the Barrier Highway (a bit more than 10hrs) Bourke is accessible by car, public transport and by air. If you are travelling via your own personal airplane, you are more than welcome to land at our Nancy Bird Air Terminal. For further information on travel routes, attractions and places to say contact the friendly staff at the back o Bourke information and Exhibition centre and they will be able to help point your in the right direction.
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With cruises operating again, tickets are available from the Jandra Paddle Vessel as well as the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre! Pop in to see the friendly staff at the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre to enquire about the combination ticket that we offer. The combination ticket entails a two day pass through our Back O Bourke Exhibition Centre as well as a cruise on our beloved Darling River for the day of your choosing.
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We love to see the photos that you take when you #visitbourke. A recent visit to Mount Oxley by a visitor who has kindly sent in her photographs of a beautiful sunset. Day permits for Mount Oxley can only be purchased from the Back O' Bourke Information & Exhibition Centre, which is open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm. We would love to share the photos that everyone takes whilst exploring the beauty of our town! You are able to email photos to info@backobourke.com.au or send them through via our Facebook page! 📸Donna Bressow