Wentworth, nestled at the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, is a captivating destination brimming with history, diverse landscapes, and warm outback hospitality. This area offers a wonderful blend of experiences, from exploring ancient First Nation sites to indulging in modern comforts and vibrant local culture.
Start your journey at the Wentworth Visitor Centre, where friendly staff can provide insights into local attractions and activities. The centre also houses the Junction Cafe, offering delicious refreshments and scenic Darling River views, and interactive displays showcasing the region's rich heritage.
Discover Wentworth's charming town centre, with its heritage buildings, welcoming pubs, and locally owned boutique shopping. Explore the Wentworth Military Collection, Old Wentworth Gaol & Pioneer Museum, or enjoy a meal at one of the friendly pubs. Accommodation options include the newly reopened Wanderers Crossing retreat, a caravan park offering modern amenities and a tranquil setting right on the Darling River, various motels and Self Contained accommodation throughout the township.
Just a short drive from Wentworth, Gol Gol and Buronga offer additional attractions and experiences. Explore the Australian Inland Botanic Gardens, showcasing native and exotic flora, or delve into automotive history at the Mildura Holden Motor Museum, home to a fascinating collection of classic Holdens. For those seeking outdoor activities, the nearby Coomealla Golf Club provides a challenging course with picturesque surroundings.
Wentworth & Surrounds offers a diverse culinary scene, from hearty pub meals to local delights. Indulge in local flavours at Lock 10 & Weir Restaurant, enjoy a classic pub experience at The Crown Hotel, The Royal, or The Captain Sturt, or sample regional wines at Trentham Estate. Visit Monak Wines, a locally owned, small-batch winery with a unique cellar door.
A must-visit, Mungo National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its ancient landscapes and Aboriginal history. At the heart of the Willandra Lakes World Heritage Area, this place holds deep significance for the Ngyiampaa, Mutthi Mutthi and Southern Paakantyi people. To truly appreciate its wonders, consider joining a guided tour led by Traditional Owners, who can share their knowledge and provide access to protected areas. Explore the surreal Walls of China formations, where erosion has sculpted sand and clay into fragile yet imposing formations, and learn about the remarkable archaeological finds of Mungo Lady and Mungo Man, the world's oldest human cremations. For a unique overnight experience, stay at Mungo Lodge, offering comfortable accommodation and stunning views of the outback landscape.
Lake Victoria is a captivating place that embodies both Aboriginal and military history in addition to being a major water source for people in New South Wales, Victoria and other…
The Wentworth Military Collection is home to the Marching Matilda Experience. A state-of-the-art self-guided audio tour, which provides both an adult and junior immersive journey…
O'Donnell Park at Curlwaa is a picturesque park on the banks of the Murray River. It is a scenic place to enjoy a snack and a picnic, let the children enjoy time on the playground…
A series of locks and weirs were built along with the river systems with the Wentworth weir and lock completed in 1929. Lock 10 and Weir are located near the Confluence of the…
Pause for a picnic with the park's galahs and willy wagtails at Rosewood rest area. Listen for the butcherbirds' flute-like song and keep an eye out for resident pink cockatoos,…
Can you imagine what life was like when there were towering kangaroos and birds with legs like a horse? At Mungo lookout in Mungo National Park, you can gaze across the ice age…
The Wentworth Cemetery has some extremely old burials, with the earliest dating back to the 1850s. Many of the district's pioneers are buried at the Wentworth Cemetery including…
Set against the sweeping sand dunes on Wentworth's doorstep in NSW, FOSO is a major new art, light and sound installation conceived by internationally renowned British artist…
Coomealla Golf Club is a picturesque golf club on the banks of the mighty Murray River.Situated right on the banks of the Murray River, the Coomealla Golf Club is arguably one of…
The junction of Australia's two longest rivers, the Murray and the Darling - an iconic Australian 'must-see'!Climb the viewing tower and see the confluence of the Murray and…
The Wentworth Wharf was originally built in 1879 using local timber and was a major landmark of the town - a hive of industry. Boats, large and small were to become a 'way of…
David James Jones better known as The 'Possum' ,a local bush legend , lived for 50 years off the land and as a hermit around the Wentworth area.A life-size statue of a man known…
Mungo self-guided drive tour, also known as Mungo loop track, is a brilliant introduction to the awe-inspiring desert landscape and a chance to experience the historic…
It's been over 15,000 years since the Willandra Lakes World Heritage region held water, so Vigars Well picnic area is a welcome oasis in the dramatic desert landscape of today.…
Wentworth Pioneer Museum houses an interesting historic collection of much of Wentworth's heritage. The Rotary Club have collected over 3,000 artefacts and relics covering all…
The Mallee Stop walking track offers a fascinating introduction to the breathtaking scenic contrasts of outback NSW. Wander through an environment that is at once harsh and…
Visit a working weaving studio that is open to the public. Experience hand loom weaving techniques that for centuries have been used to create fabric from fibres. Try your hand at…
Covering over 24,000 square kilometres in size, the World Heritage-listed WIllandra Lakes Region is home to a range of stunning dried saltwater lake beds rich in history and…
John Egge was born in Shanghai China in 1830. As a young man he worked on a sampan on the Yangtze River. At the age of 16, he sailed to Australia as a cabin boy with Captain…
Long after the mega fauna roamed the vast desert landscape, historic Gol Gol Station brought mega flocks of sheep to the region, now protected by Mungo National Park. Adjacent to…
The 'little grey' TEA20 Fergie tractor wrote itself into local history books through the integral part it played in saving Wentworth from the 1956 floods. Flood waters raced…
The vast desert wilderness of Mungo National Park hums with life, and this short, easy track will delight and awe in equal measure. Wheelchair friendly Grasslands Nature trail,…
Grab your bike or get into your car and travel past captivating scenery at the Walls of China. This unique feature on the southeastern edge of the Lake Mungo lunette makes for one…
Mungo is one of a handful of places where you can see the extraordinary effects of erosion on the landscape. Red Top lookout and boardwalk is an unbeatable vantage point, offering…
Built at Morgan, S.A., in 1907, she was the 4th paddle-steamer to be called 'Ruby'. She transported passengers and cargo between Echuca, Mildura, Wentworth and Goolwa. After a…
The Junction Island Nature Reserve and Walking Track is the shoal of land between the Darling and Murray Rivers. Take a leisurely stroll along the wide cleared footpath to the…
The Darling River Run is a trip through time and the heart of Outback New South Wales. Best done by four wheel drive, it runs between Brewarrina in the North and Wentworth in the…
The Perry Sandhills are distinctive landmark and sit on the edge of the flood plain that includes Thegoa Lagoon. They are ancient and include Aboriginal cultural heritage areas.…
You've seen it on a postcard, now come and see it for real. One of the most iconic views in Outback NSW, Walls of China viewing platform is the first stop on the Mungo Self-guided…
The Church of St Francis Xavier is the first Roman Catholic Church built along the Darling River and the second church built in Wentworth. The foundation stone for Saint Francis…
Behind the sand dunes on Mungo Self-guided Drive tour, Round Tank picnic area is a great stop for birdwatching enthusiasts. Round Tank was originally designed as a lure for goats,…
Cycling along this route is a great way to enliven the senses and get a feel for the vast desert of Mungo National Park in the Willandra Lakes World Heritage Area. Starting at…
Kathunya is a significant public sculpture by local Australian artist Lindsay Butcher, located in Bibarka Park in Pooncarie NSW. The sculpture celebrates the regions' river icon…
Wander the sands of time in ancient Mungo National Park at the heart of NSW's Willandra Lakes World Heritage Area. This extraordinary place is of great significance to the…
The Wentworth Sporting Complex on 10.4 hectares incorporates an 18 hole championship golf course with magnificent greens, 14 tennis courts with eight on supergrass, and one active…
It was Captain Charles Sturt who named the Rufus River, apparently in honour of his 'friend McLeahy's redhead'. He was also the first white man to encounter the Traditional Owners…
The Zanci Homestead site comprises a range of buildings some still proudly in their original condition having been refurbished, and some of which are now only ruins. Located along…
Come and check out what is possibly the largest and only Model Paddlesteamer collection of its kind in the entire world, with over 30 hand-made replicas hand-crafted with amazing…
Lock 10 and Weir Restaurant is set in a beautiful building steeped in Wentworth Heritage and surrounded by lovely vines. The Gem Navigation Co. was one of the first businesses to…
Originally opened on July 1, 1861, the Crown Hotel has been a favoured part of the Wentworth scenery for generations of travellers heading outback, and locals. With the option of…
Welcome to Darling Junction Motor Inn in Wentworth — your perfect getaway. Relax in their spacious family rooms, each featuring a private bathroom, refreshing air-conditioning,…
Outback Almonds is a working almond farm nestled alongside the banks of the Darling River in far southwest NSW. What began as a 3000-treecrop in 1998, has evolved to 9000 trees,…
The Coomealla Club Motel and Caravan Park resort is within walking distance of the Coomealla Memorial Services, Sporting and Golf Club. The Coomealla Club Accommodation is part of…
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering.Downham Farm is situated on the banks of the Darling River, fifty…
Fort Courage consists of 70 acres of Murray River frontage and is the ideal base to fish Frenchman's Creek, Rufus River, Darling Anabranch and Deadmans Creek. It is a great area…
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering.Come and enjoy this 20 acre property on the banks of the great Murray…
The Wentworth Grande Resort is situated in the heart of Wentworth on the banks of the mighty Darling River, The Wentworth Grande Resort boasts both opulence and tranquility. With…
The refurbished Mungo Shearers' Quarters offers cosy facilities close to key park attractions, including Mungo Visitor Centre, Meeting Place and is located at the start of the…
The Wentworth Central Motor Inn is a quiet and relaxing location and is within walking distance to all facilities, major historic sites and the beautiful Darling and Murray…
Located in the heart of Wentworth and on the banks of the Darling River, is the newly renovated Wanderer's Crossing River Retreat caravan park. Capitalising on its unmatched…
Lake Victoria Station where the Rufus River meets the Murray River just below the Lock. Offering group bookings of up to 14 people with a range of comfortable and well-equipped…
The Historical Pooncarie Hotel/Motel has been a tradition in the far west Darling country since 1879. The Hotel/Motel is everything a country Hotel/Motel should be; clean, quiet…
The Two Rivers Motel has everything you could want in accommodation, 25 ground floor units offering complete privacy and comfort superbly appointed suites at very reasonable…
Who said outback camping has to mean roughing it? At Main Camp, you'll find good basic facilities, including an amenities block, barbecues and picnic tables. Plus, it's just a…
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Unwind and reconnect with nature at our peaceful farmstay retreat in…
Pretty and secluded, Belah campground ticks all the boxes for a great camping adventure in the NSW outback.If you're doing the Mungo Self-guided Drive tour, why not spread it over…
The Royal Hotel Motel is a Family run Aussie pub Located in Wentworth NSW. They are the oldest pub in Sunraysia established in 1866.Eight motel units are available with Pay-TV.…
Guests will find a new self contained ground floor executive suite with queen bed and single bed in the large bedroom. Preparing and enjoying meals is easy in the spacious…
Mungo Lodge is situated at the gateway of the World Heritage Mungo National Park. Offering package tours to stay and discover Mungo's ancient story, including daily tours…
Address: 61 Darling Street, Wentworth NSW 2648, Australia
Phone: (03) 5027 5080
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