The colours of the outback

Just mention the outback and most people envision dusty roads and long hot summers.

If you really want to see outback Queensland come to life, head on over to our Instagram page and take a look at just how colourful the outback can be. It is spectacular if you visit at the right time!

We camped out at White Mountains National Park in late July 2021, this is the best time of year to visit what is known as the Burra Range because the wildflowers are in bloom and the area just comes alive https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/white-mountains/about

Campsite 8 is the largest and also has a fire ring so bring some wood with you so that you can keep warm while sitting out watching the clear winter skies. There are a couple of tracks within the park, one takes you out to the lookout for a great view over the ridges and white mountains that are a feature of the park, if you do this drive in July you will also see all the wildflowers in bloom either side of the track – so pick your time to visit this park to see the colours of the outback in all their glory!

There is also a decent 4wd track out to Torrens Creek which takes a couple of hours round trip, the colours in the gorge and rocks around the waterhole are pretty special and it is really worth taking the time to go out and take a look. Look for the old abandoned Red Truck – once you see it park up the 4BY and take a walk through the beautiful rock formations in and around the area.