Barcaldine Road 5km, turn left at the "Riverview" / "Garden" sign. Follow the road along then take track down between the two houses. All vehicle access.
Comments:
Great little waterhole. Quiet, shady, off the highway. Plenty of room for keen fishers. Not too far from town. Open fires allowed as long as kept under control. No pets.
Oma Waterhole
Nearest Town:
Isisford 17km
Access:
South-west on Isisford-Yaraka River Road.
Comments:
Oma Waterhole is the widest part of the Barcoo River. Great fishing hole and quiet camping area. Just relax and enjoy a spot of fishing. Camping fees apply: $2 per night or $10 per week per car.
Lloyd Jones Weir
Nearest Town:
Barcaldine 14km
Access:
5km south along the Blackall Road, turn right into Barcaldine Downs Road for a further 9km.
Comments:
A great spot for camping and barbecues. Donation box for camping.
Darr River
Nearest Town:
Longreach 32km
Access:
West of Longreach on the Landsborough Highway.
Comments:
3km stretch of the Darr River. Fish for Golden Perch and Barcoo Grunter. 2WD access.
'Long Reach' of Thomson River
Nearest Town:
Longreach 5km
Access:
Travel 4km along Landsborough Hwy toward Winton. Turn right at Longreach Waterhole and Motorcross track sign. Travel 500m and turn left to river.
Comments:
Numerous fishing locations along the 12km stretch of the Thomson River. Fish for Golden Perch, Eel Tail Catfish and Welsh's and Barcoo Grunter. Size limits apply. Contact DPI&F for details on 132 523. 2WD access.
Lake Dunn
Nearest Town:
Aramac 68km
Access:
Road is sealed.
Comments:
Will dry out during dry season.
Pump Hole
Nearest Town:
Muttaburra 6km
Access:
All vehicle access. 4x4 during wet weather.
Comments:
Will dry out during dry season.
Steep Gully
Nearest Town:
Muttaburra 2km
Access:
4X4 dirt road.
Comments:
Will dry out during dry season.
Broadwater
Nearest Town:
Muttaburra 6km
Access:
All vehicle access. 4x4 during wet weather.
Comments:
Will dry out during dry season.
Aramac Creek Junction
Nearest Town:
Aramac 5km
Access:
4X4 access, then foot.
Comments:
Will dry out during dry season.
Parapituri Waterhole
Nearest Town:
Boulia 45km
Access:
Travel west through Wirrilyerna Station on graded gravel road.
Comments:
This Georgina River Waterhole is a popular place for locals and tourists to drop a line in. The lure of catching the elusive yellowbelly and bucketloads of crayfish draws people back time and again.
Diamantina Lakes National Park
Nearest Town:
Boulia 180km
Access:
Bitumen Road to Springvale turnoff then graded gravel road.
Comments:
An abundance of fish and crayfish as well as native flora and fauna can be found in this magical place hidden away for you to explore.
The Rocks Fishhole - Burke River
Nearest Town:
Boulia 4km
Access:
North-east of Boulia. Bitumen and graded dirt road.
Comments:
The Rocks fishing hole is well patronised by locals who often come back to town with the spoils of the day overflowing from the eskies.
Police Barracks Waterhole
Nearest Town:
Boulia 20km
Access:
North on Selwyn Road. Graded gravel. Turn right at signpost.
Comments:
The Police Barracks Waterhole holds water for many months even in the dry seasons. Several fish species and an abundance of crayfish can be found along this scenic watercourse.
Hunters George - Diamantina National Park
Nearest Town:
Bedourie 260km
Access:
Via Springvale Road
Comments:
A days drive from Bedourie is the fabulous Diamantina National Park, which is well known for its fishing, birdwatching and scenery. Red-capped ranges, vast open grassy plains, coolibah-lined river channels and the meandering waterholes make the Diamantina unique.
