BOURKE

Explore and amazing historical town!

The historic town of Bourke is an interesting central outback place to visit. Pick up a brochure and map from the Tourist Information Centre and take a tour around the town's historic buildings. Find the restored Lands Building, the Court House, the Post Office and the Carriers Arms Hotel. Take a drive to the Bourke Weir, where paddle boats can be hired for a two-hour river trip. Other sites to see include the Fort Bourke Stockade, the wildlife refuge, the cotton growing areas, wildflowers and fishing spots.

Gundabooka National Park is a park of rugged cliffs, gorges and hills, formed from rust-coloured rocks and features a number of aboriginal rock paintings. The Mateship Country Tour offers a 3.5 hour tour of Bourke and the district. For a unique outback experience, Comeroo Camel Station offers bush homestays on a working sheep & cattle station. Bourke accommodation includes hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, guesthouses, cottages and caravan parks.

Location
Bourke is situated in far western NSW, on the Darling River, 800 km from Sydney.

Activities
Bourke is known for its historic buildings, outback scenery, wildflowers, fishing and farmstay holidays.

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