Narrabri
New South Wales, Australia
Why visit Narrabri?
The indigenous Kamilaroi people are the original inhabitants of the district. The European explorers John Oxley and Allan Cunningham traversed the district in the early 19th century, but the first European settler was the escaped convict George (The Butcher) Clarke, whose tale of a river leading to an inland sea prompted the explorer Major Thomas Mitchell to throughly explore the area in order to open it up for settlement. The first farm, Nurrabry Run, was established in 1834 and from which Narrabri derived its name, with the town site surveyed in 1848. Narrabri is a major cotton farming centre, with wheat, beef, and lamb farms as well. Mount Kaputar National Park is a popular attraction, and the nearby radio telescopes at the Paul Wild Observatory bring many visitors too.
Narrabri is the main centre of the Narrabri Shire Local Government Area.
Visitor information centre
🌍
Narrabri Shire Visitor Information Centre ,
103 Tibbereena Street (Newell Highway)
( next to cricket ground ),
☏
+61 2 6799 6760 ,
toll-free:
+61 1800 659 931 ,
M-F 9AM-5PM, Sa Su 9AM-2PM Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday .
Get in
By car
Narrabri is on the junction of the Newell Highway (A39) and Kamilaroi Highway (B51).
It is 101 km south of Moree and 120 km north-east of Coonabarabran on the Newell Highway.
Narrabri is 183 km south-east of Walgett via Burren Junction and Wee Waa and 96.5 km north-west of Gunnedah via Boggabri on the Kamilaroi Highway.
By train
Trains run from Sydney to Moree daily (Route 243), departing Central Station in Sydney at 9:30AM, arriving at Werris Creek at 14:57PM, at Gunnedah at 3:15PM, at Boggabri at 4:10PM, at Narrabri at 4:52PM, and arriving at Moree at 6PM.
The train departs Moree daily (Route 244) at 8:05AM, arriving at Narrabri at 8:45AM, at Boggabri at 9:47AM, at Gunnedah at 10:14AM, at Werris Creek at 11:05AM, and arriving at Central Station in Sydney at 4:39PM.
It is possible to change trains at Werris Creek for services to Tamworth and Armidale, however bookings are not available from Werris Creek Railway Station itself, so reservations need to be made long before departure . The service (Route 233) departs Werris Creek daily at 2:57PM, arrives at Tamworth at 3:37PM, and arrives at Armidale at 5:35PM. The service (Route 224) departs Armidale at 8:19AM, arrives at Tamworth at 10:06AM, and arrives at Werris Creek at 11:07AM before continuing on to Sydney.
A timetable and map can be downloaded here . Bookings are essential .
Bookings and railway stations
NSW TrainLink - regular bookings ,
☏
+61 13 22 32 .
Daily 7AM-10PM .
( updated Mar 2024 )
NSW TrainLink - multi-trip and Discovery Pass ,
☏
+61 13 22 32 .
Daily 7AM-10PM .
( updated Mar 2024 )
Central Station, Sydney ,
Eddy Avenue, Haymarket ,
☏
+61 2 9379 1777 .
Long-distance trains depart from The Grand Concourse (Platforms 1-15)
Werris Creek Railway Station ,
Single Street, Werris Creek ,
☏
+61 13 22 32 .
Junction for services to Moree and services to Tamworth and Armidale. No bookings available at the station itself
🌍
Narrabri railway station ,
Bowen Street
( Corner Bowen Street and Logan Street - look for grain silos ),
☏
+61 13 22 32 .
M-F 8-11AM, 2:30-5:30PM .
Reservations can be booked in person at the station.
By plane
🌍
Narrabri Airport
( NAA IATA ),
307 Airport Road
( 8 km north-east of Narrabri via Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Airport Road, continue to the airport ),
☏
+61 1300 851 269 .
Call centre: M-F 8AM-6PM, Sa 8AM-12:30PM, Su 1:30-6PM, Public holidays 1:30-6PM .
Link Airways operates services to Brisbane and to Sydney . Rental cars are available at the airport - book in advance to ensure your flight is met. ( updated Apr 2019 )
Get around
Private transport is the most convenient way of getting around Narrabri, and is essential to explore the district.
By taxi
Narrabri Radio Cabs ,
22 Namoi Street ,
☏
+61 2 6792 2552 ,
toll-free:
+61 131 008 .
Taxis must be booked, not hailed. ( updated Apr 2021 )
By bus
Forest Coach Lines ,
48 Ugoa Street ,
☏
+61 2 6792 1665 ,
Download a map and timetables here .
Phone for fares or ask the driver . ( updated Apr 2021 )
By rental car
There is a car rental agency at Narrabri Airport.
See
In and near town
🌍
Old Gaol and Heritage Museum ,
2 Bowen St
( corner of Bowen Street and Barwan Street ),
☏
+61 427 247 900 .
W 10AM-2PM Sa 9AM-1PM .
This building was built in 1882 and operated as a gaol/jail until 1982, and began operating as a museum in 1988, and is also a family research centre. See the Dalway Collection. If mobile is not answering phone the Narrabri Visitors Information Centre. ( updated Apr 2019 )
🌍
Narrabri Lake ,
corner of Buri Street and Coobar Street, Narrabri West
( access via Newell Highway southbound, at the roundabout in Narrabri West turn right onto Mooloobar Street, turn right onto Buri Street, playground on the right, opposite the Wilga Hotel ).
This reclaimed swamp has become a recrerational playground for swimmers, canoeists, kayakers, and windsurfers, and there is 3km walking/jogging/cycling track around the lake. Playground and barbecue facilities. A good spot for birdwatching, especially for spotting swans. ( updated Apr 2021 )
Out of town
North-east
🌍
Sawn Rocks - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park )
( 38.5 km from Narrabri via Newell Highway northbound, turn right/east onto Killarney Gap Road, car park is on the right on Sawn Rocks Track ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
This trail leads to an unusual rock formation resembling organ pipes. Car park has no amenities. Track is 1.5 km return (15-45 min), Grade 2, wheelchair accessible with some assistance, flat with no steps, formed, signposted.
Free entry . ( updated Sep 2019 )
East
🌍
Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 25.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/south onto Carinya Road, information bay is on the left hand side ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
This wheelchair-accessible information bay highlights with interpretive signs the historical, cultural, and natural significances of the district. Continue driving another 2.2 km to the Wagun Picnic Area and a further 200 m from the picnic area to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track. ( updated Apr 2021 )
🌍
Wagun Picnic Area
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 28 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/east onto Carinya Road, pass the Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay on the left, picnic area is on the right ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
Wheelchair-accessible picnic area with picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets. Bring your own drinking/cooking water. Checkout the Culture Sculpture Walk. Access to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track is approximately 200 m farther south along Carinya Road (bring binoculars and cameras).
Free entry . ( updated Apr 2021 )
Mount Kaputar National Park (East)
Main article: Mount Kaputar National Park
🌍
Upper Bullawa Creek Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Upper Bullawa Creek Road
( 39.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street turn-off on the right and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Upper Bullawa Creek Road, at the intersection with Froggy Dell Road turn right and remain on Upper Bullawa Creek Road, continue all the way to the end of the road to the picnic area ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
A picnic area with scenic views and birdwatching opportunities - bring binoculars. Wood barbecue (bring your own firewood, do not gather wood) and picnic tables, but no toilets or drinking/cooking water, so bring your own. Plenty of outdoor space for ball games, and a nearby stream for paddling. Bring warm and weatherproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable.
Free entry . ( updated Apr 2021 )
🌍
Green Camp Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Yulludunida Trail
( 38 km from Narrabri via via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Upper Bullawa Creek Road turn-off on the left, Yulladunida Trail is on the right ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
Car parking and picnic tables, no barbecues, no toilets. Bring your own drinking water. Despite its name, no camping. Access to the Yulludunida Walking Track
- bring binoculars and cameras.
Free entry . ( updated Apr 2021 )
🌍
Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 44.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Yulludunida Trail on the right, car park is on the right ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
This track offers views of Eulah Rock and birdwatching opportunities, but takes some effort. The track is a 2 km loop (1-2 hours), Grade 4, very steep, many steps, fitness required. This loop is a steep climb up with ridges, terraces, and clifftops. The track is very narrow at the cliff top and can be slippery when wet - in that case it is best to not continue the loop but backtrack the way you came - see website for details . ( updated Apr 2021 )
🌍
Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Bark Hut Road
( 46 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn-off to the campground is on the right ),
☏
+61 1300 072 757 ,
A great place to camp or have a picnic, with 9 unpowered sites (suitable for tents or camper-trailers), flush toilets, picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, wood barbecues (bring your own wood, do not gather wood), hot showers. Access point for the Euglah Rock Walking Track .
Free entry - bookings required for camping . ( updated Apr 2021 )
🌍
Doug Sky Lookout
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 47 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area on the right, lookout on the right ),
☏
+61 2 6792 7300 ,
Scenic views over north-west New South Wales, the foothills of the Nandewar Ranges, and the Warrumbungle Mountains - bring your binoculars and cameras. Wheel-chair accessible with assistance to lookout but no disabled parking. Bring warm and waterproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable. Parking but no picnic tables or toilets.
Free entry . ( updated Apr 2021 )
🌍
Governor Lookout Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Governor Track
( 49 km from Narrabri via Maitland Str
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By Plane
Narrabri Airport
( NAA IATA ),
307 Airport Road
( 8 km north-east of Narrabri via Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Airport Road, continue to the airport ),
.
Call centre: M-F 8AM-6PM, Sa 8AM-12:30PM, Su 1:PM, Public holidays 1:PM .
Link Airways operates services to Brisbane and to Sydney . Rental cars are available at the airport - book in advance to ensure your flight is met. (
Get around
Private transport is the most convenient way of getting around Narrabri, and is essential to explore the district.
By taxi
Narrabri Radio Cabs ,
22 Namoi Street ,
,
+61 131 008 .
Taxis must be booked, not hailed. (
By Train
Trains run from Sydney to Moree daily (Route 243), departing Central Station in Sydney at 9:30AM, arriving at Werris Creek at 14:57PM, at Gunnedah at 3:15PM, at Boggabri at 4:10PM, at Narrabri at 4:52PM, and arriving at Moree at 6PM.
The train departs Moree daily (Route 244) at 8:05AM, arriving at Narrabri at 8:45AM, at Boggabri at 9:47AM, at Gunnedah at 10:14AM, at Werris Creek at 11:05AM, and arriving at Central Station in Sydney at 4:39PM.
It is possible to change trains at Werris Creek for services to Tamworth and Armidale, however bookings are not available from Werris Creek Railway Station itself, so reservations need to be made long before departure . The service (Route 233) departs Werris Creek daily at 2:57PM, arrives at Tamworth at 3:37PM, and arrives at Armidale at 5:35PM. The service (Route 224) departs Armidale at 8:19AM, arrives at Tamworth at 10:06AM, and arrives at Werris Creek at 11:07AM before continuing on to Sydney.
A timetable and map can be downloaded here . Bookings are essential .
Bookings and railway stations
NSW TrainLink - regular bookings ,
.
Daily 7AM-10PM .
(
NSW TrainLink - multi-trip and Discovery Pass ,
.
Daily 7AM-10PM .
(
Central Station, Sydney ,
Eddy Avenue, Haymarket ,
.
Long-distance trains depart from The Grand Concourse (Platforms )
Werris Creek Railway Station ,
Single Street, Werris Creek ,
.
Junction for services to Moree and services to Tamworth and Armidale. No bookings available at the station itself
Narrabri railway station ,
Bowen Street
( Corner Bowen Street and Logan Street - look for grain silos ),
.
M-F AM, 2::30PM .
Reservations can be booked in person at the station.
By plane
Narrabri Airport
( NAA IATA ),
307 Airport Road
( 8 km north-east of Narrabri via Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Airport Road, continue to the airport ),
.
Call centre: M-F 8AM-6PM, Sa 8AM-12:30PM, Su 1:PM, Public holidays 1:PM .
Link Airways operates services to Brisbane and to Sydney . Rental cars are available at the airport - book in advance to ensure your flight is met. (
Get around
Private transport is the most convenient way of getting around Narrabri, and is essential to explore the district.
By taxi
Narrabri Radio Cabs ,
22 Namoi Street ,
,
+61 131 008 .
Taxis must be booked, not hailed. (
By Car / Road
Narrabri is on the junction of the Newell Highway (A39) and Kamilaroi Highway (B51).
It is 101 km south of Moree and 120 km north-east of Coonabarabran on the Newell Highway.
Narrabri is 183 km south-east of Walgett via Burren Junction and Wee Waa and 96.5 km north-west of Gunnedah via Boggabri on the Kamilaroi Highway.
By train
Trains run from Sydney to Moree daily (Route 243), departing Central Station in Sydney at 9:30AM, arriving at Werris Creek at 14:57PM, at Gunnedah at 3:15PM, at Boggabri at 4:10PM, at Narrabri at 4:52PM, and arriving at Moree at 6PM.
The train departs Moree daily (Route 244) at 8:05AM, arriving at Narrabri at 8:45AM, at Boggabri at 9:47AM, at Gunnedah at 10:14AM, at Werris Creek at 11:05AM, and arriving at Central Station in Sydney at 4:39PM.
It is possible to change trains at Werris Creek for services to Tamworth and Armidale, however bookings are not available from Werris Creek Railway Station itself, so reservations need to be made long before departure . The service (Route 233) departs Werris Creek daily at 2:57PM, arrives at Tamworth at 3:37PM, and arrives at Armidale at 5:35PM. The service (Route 224) departs Armidale at 8:19AM, arrives at Tamworth at 10:06AM, and arrives at Werris Creek at 11:07AM before continuing on to Sydney.
A timetable and map can be downloaded here . Bookings are essential .
Bookings and railway stations
NSW TrainLink - regular bookings ,
.
Daily 7AM-10PM .
(
NSW TrainLink - multi-trip and Discovery Pass ,
.
Daily 7AM-10PM .
(
Central Station, Sydney ,
Eddy Avenue, Haymarket ,
.
Long-distance trains depart from The Grand Concourse (Platforms )
Werris Creek Railway Station ,
Single Street, Werris Creek ,
.
Junction for services to Moree and services to Tamworth and Armidale. No bookings available at the station itself
Narrabri railway station ,
Bowen Street
( Corner Bowen Street and Logan Street - look for grain silos ),
.
M-F AM, 2::30PM .
Reservations can be booked in person at the station.
By plane
Narrabri Airport
( NAA IATA ),
307 Airport Road
( 8 km north-east of Narrabri via Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Airport Road, continue to the airport ),
.
Call centre: M-F 8AM-6PM, Sa 8AM-12:30PM, Su 1:PM, Public holidays 1:PM .
Link Airways operates services to Brisbane and to Sydney . Rental cars are available at the airport - book in advance to ensure your flight is met. (
Get around
Private transport is the most convenient way of getting around Narrabri, and is essential to explore the district.
By taxi
Narrabri Radio Cabs ,
22 Namoi Street ,
,
+61 131 008 .
Taxis must be booked, not hailed. (
Forest Coach Lines ,
48 Ugoa Street ,
,
Download a map and timetables here .
Phone for fares or ask the driver . (
By rental car
There is a car rental agency at Narrabri Airport.
See
In and near town
Old Gaol and Heritage Museum ,
2 Bowen St
( corner of Bowen Street and Barwan Street ),
.
W 10AM-2PM Sa 9AM-1PM .
This building was built in 1882 and operated as a gaol/jail until 1982, and began operating as a museum in 1988, and is also a family research centre. See the Dalway Collection. If mobile is not answering phone the Narrabri Visitors Information Centre. (
Narrabri Lake ,
corner of Buri Street and Coobar Street, Narrabri West
( access via Newell Highway southbound, at the roundabout in Narrabri West turn right onto Mooloobar Street, turn right onto Buri Street, playground on the right, opposite the Wilga Hotel ).
This reclaimed swamp has become a recrerational playground for swimmers, canoeists, kayakers, and windsurfers, and there is 3km walking/jogging/cycling track around the lake. Playground and barbecue facilities. A good spot for birdwatching, especially for spotting swans. (
Out of town
North-east
Sawn Rocks - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park )
( 38.5 km from Narrabri via Newell Highway northbound, turn right/east onto Killarney Gap Road, car park is on the right on Sawn Rocks Track ),
,
This trail leads to an unusual rock formation resembling organ pipes. Car park has no amenities. Track is 1.5 km return ( min), Grade 2, wheelchair accessible with some assistance, flat with no steps, formed, signposted.
Free entry . (
East
Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 25.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/south onto Carinya Road, information bay is on the left hand side ),
,
This wheelchair-accessible information bay highlights with interpretive signs the historical, cultural, and natural significances of the district. Continue driving another 2.2 km to the Wagun Picnic Area and a further 200 m from the picnic area to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track. (
Wagun Picnic Area
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 28 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/east onto Carinya Road, pass the Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay on the left, picnic area is on the right ),
,
Wheelchair-accessible picnic area with picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets. Bring your own drinking/cooking water. Checkout the Culture Sculpture Walk. Access to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track is approximately 200 m farther south along Carinya Road (bring binoculars and cameras).
Free entry . (
Mount Kaputar National Park (East)
Main article: Mount Kaputar National Park
Upper Bullawa Creek Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Upper Bullawa Creek Road
( 39.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street turn-off on the right and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Upper Bullawa Creek Road, at the intersection with Froggy Dell Road turn right and remain on Upper Bullawa Creek Road, continue all the way to the end of the road to the picnic area ),
,
A picnic area with scenic views and birdwatching opportunities - bring binoculars. Wood barbecue (bring your own firewood, do not gather wood) and picnic tables, but no toilets or drinking/cooking water, so bring your own. Plenty of outdoor space for ball games, and a nearby stream for paddling. Bring warm and weatherproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable.
Free entry . (
Green Camp Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Yulludunida Trail
( 38 km from Narrabri via via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Upper Bullawa Creek Road turn-off on the left, Yulladunida Trail is on the right ),
,
Car parking and picnic tables, no barbecues, no toilets. Bring your own drinking water. Despite its name, no camping. Access to the Yulludunida Walking Track
- bring binoculars and cameras.
Free entry . (
Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 44.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Yulludunida Trail on the right, car park is on the right ),
,
This track offers views of Eulah Rock and birdwatching opportunities, but takes some effort. The track is a 2 km loop ( hours), Grade 4, very steep, many steps, fitness required. This loop is a steep climb up with ridges, terraces, and clifftops. The track is very narrow at the cliff top and can be slippery when wet - in that case it is best to not continue the loop but backtrack the way you came - see website for details . (
Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Bark Hut Road
( 46 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn-off to the campground is on the right ),
,
A great place to camp or have a picnic, with 9 unpowered sites (suitable for tents or camper-trailers), flush toilets, picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, wood barbecues (bring your own wood, do not gather wood), hot showers. Access point for the Euglah Rock Walking Track .
Free entry - bookings required for camping . (
Doug Sky Lookout
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 47 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area on the right, lookout on the right ),
,
Scenic views over north-west New South Wales, the foothills of the Nandewar Ranges, and the Warrumbungle Mountains - bring your binoculars and cameras. Wheel-chair accessible with assistance to lookout but no disabled parking. Bring warm and waterproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable. Parking but no picnic tables or toilets.
Free entry . (
Governor Lookout Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Governor Track
( 49 km from Narrabri via Maitland Str
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Private transport is the most convenient way of getting around Narrabri, and is essential to explore the district.
By taxi
Narrabri Radio Cabs ,
22 Namoi Street ,
,
+61 131 008 .
Taxis must be booked, not hailed. (
By bus
Forest Coach Lines ,
48 Ugoa Street ,
,
Download a map and timetables here .
Phone for fares or ask the driver . (
By rental car
There is a car rental agency at Narrabri Airport.
See
In and near town
Old Gaol and Heritage Museum ,
2 Bowen St
( corner of Bowen Street and Barwan Street ),
.
W 10AM-2PM Sa 9AM-1PM .
This building was built in 1882 and operated as a gaol/jail until 1982, and began operating as a museum in 1988, and is also a family research centre. See the Dalway Collection. If mobile is not answering phone the Narrabri Visitors Information Centre. (
Narrabri Lake ,
corner of Buri Street and Coobar Street, Narrabri West
( access via Newell Highway southbound, at the roundabout in Narrabri West turn right onto Mooloobar Street, turn right onto Buri Street, playground on the right, opposite the Wilga Hotel ).
This reclaimed swamp has become a recrerational playground for swimmers, canoeists, kayakers, and windsurfers, and there is 3km walking/jogging/cycling track around the lake. Playground and barbecue facilities. A good spot for birdwatching, especially for spotting swans. (
Out of town
North-east
Sawn Rocks - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park )
( 38.5 km from Narrabri via Newell Highway northbound, turn right/east onto Killarney Gap Road, car park is on the right on Sawn Rocks Track ),
,
This trail leads to an unusual rock formation resembling organ pipes. Car park has no amenities. Track is 1.5 km return ( min), Grade 2, wheelchair accessible with some assistance, flat with no steps, formed, signposted.
Free entry . (
East
Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 25.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/south onto Carinya Road, information bay is on the left hand side ),
,
This wheelchair-accessible information bay highlights with interpretive signs the historical, cultural, and natural significances of the district. Continue driving another 2.2 km to the Wagun Picnic Area and a further 200 m from the picnic area to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track. (
Wagun Picnic Area
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 28 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/east onto Carinya Road, pass the Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay on the left, picnic area is on the right ),
,
Wheelchair-accessible picnic area with picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets. Bring your own drinking/cooking water. Checkout the Culture Sculpture Walk. Access to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track is approximately 200 m farther south along Carinya Road (bring binoculars and cameras).
Free entry . (
Mount Kaputar National Park (East)
Main article: Mount Kaputar National Park
Upper Bullawa Creek Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Upper Bullawa Creek Road
( 39.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street turn-off on the right and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Upper Bullawa Creek Road, at the intersection with Froggy Dell Road turn right and remain on Upper Bullawa Creek Road, continue all the way to the end of the road to the picnic area ),
,
A picnic area with scenic views and birdwatching opportunities - bring binoculars. Wood barbecue (bring your own firewood, do not gather wood) and picnic tables, but no toilets or drinking/cooking water, so bring your own. Plenty of outdoor space for ball games, and a nearby stream for paddling. Bring warm and weatherproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable.
Free entry . (
Green Camp Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Yulludunida Trail
( 38 km from Narrabri via via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Upper Bullawa Creek Road turn-off on the left, Yulladunida Trail is on the right ),
,
Car parking and picnic tables, no barbecues, no toilets. Bring your own drinking water. Despite its name, no camping. Access to the Yulludunida Walking Track
- bring binoculars and cameras.
Free entry . (
Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 44.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Yulludunida Trail on the right, car park is on the right ),
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This track offers views of Eulah Rock and birdwatching opportunities, but takes some effort. The track is a 2 km loop ( hours), Grade 4, very steep, many steps, fitness required. This loop is a steep climb up with ridges, terraces, and clifftops. The track is very narrow at the cliff top and can be slippery when wet - in that case it is best to not continue the loop but backtrack the way you came - see website for details . (
Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Bark Hut Road
( 46 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn-off to the campground is on the right ),
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A great place to camp or have a picnic, with 9 unpowered sites (suitable for tents or camper-trailers), flush toilets, picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, wood barbecues (bring your own wood, do not gather wood), hot showers. Access point for the Euglah Rock Walking Track .
Free entry - bookings required for camping . (
Doug Sky Lookout
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 47 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area on the right, lookout on the right ),
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Scenic views over north-west New South Wales, the foothills of the Nandewar Ranges, and the Warrumbungle Mountains - bring your binoculars and cameras. Wheel-chair accessible with assistance to lookout but no disabled parking. Bring warm and waterproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable. Parking but no picnic tables or toilets.
Free entry . (
Governor Lookout Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Governor Track
( 49 km from Narrabri via Maitland Str
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What are the things to do?
In and near town
Old Gaol and Heritage Museum ,
2 Bowen St
( corner of Bowen Street and Barwan Street ),
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W 10AM-2PM Sa 9AM-1PM .
This building was built in 1882 and operated as a gaol/jail until 1982, and began operating as a museum in 1988, and is also a family research centre. See the Dalway Collection. If mobile is not answering phone the Narrabri Visitors Information Centre. (
Narrabri Lake ,
corner of Buri Street and Coobar Street, Narrabri West
( access via Newell Highway southbound, at the roundabout in Narrabri West turn right onto Mooloobar Street, turn right onto Buri Street, playground on the right, opposite the Wilga Hotel ).
This reclaimed swamp has become a recrerational playground for swimmers, canoeists, kayakers, and windsurfers, and there is 3km walking/jogging/cycling track around the lake. Playground and barbecue facilities. A good spot for birdwatching, especially for spotting swans. (
Out of town
North-east
Sawn Rocks - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park )
( 38.5 km from Narrabri via Newell Highway northbound, turn right/east onto Killarney Gap Road, car park is on the right on Sawn Rocks Track ),
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This trail leads to an unusual rock formation resembling organ pipes. Car park has no amenities. Track is 1.5 km return ( min), Grade 2, wheelchair accessible with some assistance, flat with no steps, formed, signposted.
Free entry . (
East
Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 25.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/south onto Carinya Road, information bay is on the left hand side ),
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This wheelchair-accessible information bay highlights with interpretive signs the historical, cultural, and natural significances of the district. Continue driving another 2.2 km to the Wagun Picnic Area and a further 200 m from the picnic area to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track. (
Wagun Picnic Area
( Deriah Aboriginal Area ),
Carinya Road
( 28 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn right/east onto Eulah Creek Road, turn right/east onto Carinya Road, pass the Deriah Aboriginal Information Bay on the left, picnic area is on the right ),
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Wheelchair-accessible picnic area with picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, flush toilets. Bring your own drinking/cooking water. Checkout the Culture Sculpture Walk. Access to the Biruu Gaba Lookout Walking Track is approximately 200 m farther south along Carinya Road (bring binoculars and cameras).
Free entry . (
Mount Kaputar National Park (East)
Main article: Mount Kaputar National Park
Upper Bullawa Creek Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Upper Bullawa Creek Road
( 39.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street turn-off on the right and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn left onto Upper Bullawa Creek Road, at the intersection with Froggy Dell Road turn right and remain on Upper Bullawa Creek Road, continue all the way to the end of the road to the picnic area ),
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A picnic area with scenic views and birdwatching opportunities - bring binoculars. Wood barbecue (bring your own firewood, do not gather wood) and picnic tables, but no toilets or drinking/cooking water, so bring your own. Plenty of outdoor space for ball games, and a nearby stream for paddling. Bring warm and weatherproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable.
Free entry . (
Green Camp Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Yulludunida Trail
( 38 km from Narrabri via via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Upper Bullawa Creek Road turn-off on the left, Yulladunida Trail is on the right ),
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Car parking and picnic tables, no barbecues, no toilets. Bring your own drinking water. Despite its name, no camping. Access to the Yulludunida Walking Track
- bring binoculars and cameras.
Free entry . (
Mount Coryah Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 44.5 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Yulludunida Trail on the right, car park is on the right ),
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This track offers views of Eulah Rock and birdwatching opportunities, but takes some effort. The track is a 2 km loop ( hours), Grade 4, very steep, many steps, fitness required. This loop is a steep climb up with ridges, terraces, and clifftops. The track is very narrow at the cliff top and can be slippery when wet - in that case it is best to not continue the loop but backtrack the way you came - see website for details . (
Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Bark Hut Road
( 46 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, turn-off to the campground is on the right ),
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A great place to camp or have a picnic, with 9 unpowered sites (suitable for tents or camper-trailers), flush toilets, picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, wood barbecues (bring your own wood, do not gather wood), hot showers. Access point for the Euglah Rock Walking Track .
Free entry - bookings required for camping . (
Doug Sky Lookout
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Kaputar Road
( 47 km from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound, pass Jenkins Street on the left and continue ahead as Old Gunnedah Road, turn left onto Kaputar Road, pass the Bark Hut Campground and Picnic Area on the right, lookout on the right ),
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Scenic views over north-west New South Wales, the foothills of the Nandewar Ranges, and the Warrumbungle Mountains - bring your binoculars and cameras. Wheel-chair accessible with assistance to lookout but no disabled parking. Bring warm and waterproof clothing as the weather can be unpredictable. Parking but no picnic tables or toilets.
Free entry . (
Governor Lookout Walking Track - car park
( Mount Kaputar National Park ),
Governor Track
( 49 km from Narrabri via Maitland Str
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