Redbank Homestead
Outback
Overview
For a taste of outback heritage accommodation, historic Redbank Homestead, in Gundabooka State Conservation Area, offers fishing, paddling and walking, near Bourke.
| Accommodation type | Homestead |
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| Where | 4436 Bourke-Wilcannia Road, Gunderbooka, NSW, 2840 - in Gundabooka State Conservation Area |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Maximum guests | 12 |
| Facilities | Picnic tables, barbecue facilities, showers, toilets, electric power, kitchen, plates and cutlery, pots and pans, air conditioning |
| What to bring | Food supplies, drinking water, bed sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, firewood |
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For a holiday that will take you far from the everyday, try the historic Redbank Homestead in Gundabooka State Conservation Area next to Gundabooka National Park. With heritage charm in an outback location and plenty of space, you can gather your family and friends for an unforgettable adventure into the heart of NSW, near Bourke.
Surrounded by coolibah trees, mulga, belah and river red gums, the historic homestead has the Darling River at its doorstep. The wide enclosed verandahs offer secluded spots to relax with a book. With fishing, paddling and birdwatching options, there’s something for everyone. From here, take a day trip to explore the park. Be sure to check out the spectacular Aboriginal rock art at Mulgowan (Yappa) Aboriginal Art Site walking track.
In the evening, cook up a feast in the spacious kitchen or enjoy an easy barbecue outside. Then sit back, stoke up a fire, and enjoy a spectacular desert sky thick with stars.
Take a virtual tour of Redbank Homestead captured with Google Street View Trekker.
Also see
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Yanda campground
Camp by the Darling River at Yanda campground in Gundabooka State Conservation Area, near Bourke. This remote campground offers caravan camping with fishing and paddling in Outback NSW.
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Dry Tank campground
Stay overnight in Gundabooka National Park at Dry Tank campground. Bring your tent, caravan or trailer to enjoy a night of national park camping near Bourke in outback NSW.
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Belah Shearers' Quarters
Don't feel like camping? Experience national park accommodation with a difference at Belah Shearers' Quarters in Gundabooka National Park, near Bourke in outback NSW.
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Darling River campground (Yapara Paaka Thuru)
Camp by the riverbank at Darling River campground (Yapara Paaka Thuru) in Toorale National Park, near Bourke. Watch animals and birds flock to the river, go fishing, and discover the history and scenery of outback NSW.
Google Street View Trekker
Using Google Street View Trekker, we've captured imagery across a range of NSW national parks and attractions. Get a bird's eye view of these incredible landscapes before setting off on your own adventure.
Park:
Gundabooka National Park
Visit Gundabooka National Park and State Conservation Area, near Bourke in outback NSW, to see the imposing Mount Gunderbooka, go camping in the outback and see Aboriginal rock art.
Bookings
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Bourke office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 6830 0200
- npws.bourke@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 51-53 Oxley Street, Bourke NSW 2840
Park info
- in Gundabooka State Conservation Area in the Outback NSW region
- in Gundabooka National Park in the Outback NSW region
Gundabooka National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
What's nearby:
Things to do (18)
- Aboriginal culture (4)
- Birdwatching and wildlife encounters (8)
- Cultural heritage (2)
- Fishing (1)
- Historic heritage (2)
- Picnics and barbecues (8)
- Road trips and car/bus tours (2)
- Sightseeing (7)
- Walking (8)
- Wildflowers (seasonal) (3)