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Central Queensland Outback Drive

Experience the best of the diverse Queensland outback in this fully sealed drive that is suitable for most vehicles. Keep you eyes peeled for native animals, vibrant wildflowers, colourful characters and historic architecture.
Carnarvon Gorge
Carnarvon Gorge
Barcaldine Tree of Knowledge
Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame
Kroombit Tops National Park
Queensland Heritage Park Biloela
Qantas Founders Museum
Central Queensland Outback Drive
Sapphire

This nine day Central Queensland Outback Drive follows the Tropic of Capricorn west from Rockhampton, the beef capital of Australia. It takes you through Emerald and Barcaldine and the Sapphire Gemfields, to the central Queensland hub of Longreach and Springsure in Queensland's outback. Return to the coast and Rockhampton via the magnificent Carnarvon Gorge National Park.
Information

Website

www.outbackqueensland.com.au

Address

Queensland Government Building, Queensland, 4730

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