Mitchell is situated on the banks on the Maranoa River. The town is named after Sir Thomas Mitchell, explorer and Surveyor General of New South Wales, who explored the area in 1846. See the original courthouse where local bushrangers, the Kenniff Brothers were committed to stand trial then head to Arrest Creek, where they were captured. Cool off with a refreshing swim in the natural artesian water at Mitchell’s Artesian Spa. Grab a casual lunch by the pools and explore the town before settling in for the night.