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Boulia Stonehouse
Boulia Stonehouse
Boulia
Boulia Marine Reptiles

Dajarra to Boulia

Longreach, Queensland

About one and a half hours drive south of Dajarra through rich grazing country is Boulia. The name Boulia, is said to be derived from the waterhole in the Burke River named by the Pitta Pitta tribe. Burke and Wills are more closely associated with the early history of Boulia than any other explorers, having travelled through the area on their journey to the Gulf and return to Coopers Creek. In Boulia, visit the Min Min Encounter for a unique theatrical experience based around the famed Min Min Light phenomenon. Call into the well-preserved Stonehouse Museum which is also home to a Marine Reptile Fossil exhibit - evidence that Boulia was part of an Inland Sea 100 million years ago. See the last recognised Corroboree tree of the Pitta Pitta tribe - a distinctive Waddi tree. Just a short drive out of town is the Barracks Waterhole, site of the Police Barracks (1874-1884). The waterhole is an ideal spot for a picnic, fishing, bird watching or simply enjoying the peace and tranquillity. The Boulia Rodeo, Races and Campdraft is a major event at Easter, and the famous Boulia Camel Races are held annually on the third weekend in July.

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Service Update Date

04 Jan 2024

Journey Travel Type

4x4, Car

Route Types

One way

Service Facility

Bar, Caravan / Camper Trailer / Campervan Sites, Food and Refreshments, Picnic Area, Public Telephone, Public Toilet, Shaded Area, Shop / Gift Shop

Sevice Activity

Camping, Four Wheel Driving, Birdwatching, Scenic Drives, Walks

Where it starts

Dajarra, Queensland

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