Darling River Run ??

Wombat

Water going down towards the Darling now from Qld and Northern NSW.

We did that run last year. We camped in the NP north of Wilcannia and found it wonderful and quiet beside the river. We were advised in Bourke to go on the East side.

At Wilcannia, after filling up at the BP depot which is a left turn after the bridge, we stayed on the west side to Menindee. Numerous locations to camp beside the beautiful lakes.

Then we camped in the camp ground attached to the Mungo NP. This is must see.

We found the small communities along the river great to visit. Wilcannia has some great buildings to look at but sadly it has problems. A lot of history along the river.

Wentworth was really nice and we stayed in the Caravan Park on the River. There was a lovely Gallery Cafe an easy walk from there.

Use the Tourist Information centres in each town and village and sometimes the locals can tell you other great spots, too.

Enjoy it as we did.

Cheers
DW

We did the run around xmas and took our time. The road is quite good on the east side, it also seems to be closer to the river. If you want to do it make sure that you stop when you can and have a look around. It actually took us abot 5 days from bourke to menindee. We could have done it in 2 dys but we chose to check out Kinhega, Gundabooka,Paroo-Darling Mungo national parks, Also if you havent been there go have a look at Cobar and the surrounding areas, There is the aboriginal rock art at Grenfell reserve, mine tours and other things in the area.
It pays to do your research, my wife thoroughly enjoyed the trip(even in summer) and learnt a heck of a lot of history into the bargain.

Regards

M

Hi wombat,

Just a thought if staying in Bourke you might try "Mays Bend" about 9klm north of nth Bourke past Kidman camp you can't miss the sign only if you like bush camping and don't mind a Yabby or two we love the spot don't tell everyone though
Grant

Just FYI, the Toowomba/QLD flood water is on its way. The expectation is between 7 and 10m at Bourke which is enough to close the road again. I think it is too early for peak predictions yet but it won't be long and the SES will have the info.
Tim

The water going down the river now will be terrific for the river and there are no expected road closures along the DRR. Got this from Liz at Trilby Station. Cheers Toni