




Photo credits
- Photo 1: Joshua Smith/OEH.
- Photo 2: Joshua Smith/OEH.
- Photo 3: Joshua Smith/OEH
- Photo 4: Joshua Smith/OEH.
- Photo 5: Joshua Smith/OEH.
- Photo 6: Joshua Smith/OEH.
- Photo 7: Joshua Smith/OEH.
Darling River Campground (Yapara Paaka Thuru)
Toorale National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
Darling River camping amid Toorale’s outback wildlife and history.
- Campsites
- 4
- Camping setup
- Tents, camper trailers, caravans
Yapara Paaka Thuru puts the riverbank close to your tent near Bourke. Watch birds gather by the water and explore the landscape and stories of Toorale National Park.
Darling River drive and Mount Talowla lookout are within reach of this basic riverside base near Bourke. The wider Toorale area has pastoral history and rich birdlife, especially when the floodplain has water.
What this place offers
- Non-flush toilets
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
- Picnic tables
- Carpark
Getting there
Darling River campground is in Toorale National Park. To get there: From Bourke: Travel 10km north along Hungerford Road, then turn left onto Wanaaring Road. Drive 22km then turn left onto Toorale Road, which is unsealed. Travel 38km to the entrance of Toorale National Park. Around 1.5km past the park entrance turn left at the Darling River Drive sign. Follow the signs along Darling River Drive for 17.5km, until you reach Darling River campground. From Louth: Cross the bridge heading west and travel 2km, then turn right at the Tilpa sign. Travel 25km on the unsealed Toorale Road. After crossing the stock grid, you’ll see the entrance to Toorale National Park. Continue 28.5km on Toorale Road then turn right at the Darling River Drive sign. Follow the signs along Darling River Drive for 17.5km, until you reach Darling River campground. Road access: Unsealed roads; 2WD vehicles; Dry weather only.
Things to know
- Check booking requirements and current NPWS park alerts before travelling.
- Bring drinking and cooking water.
- Pets are not permitted; certified assistance animals are excepted.
Where you'll be
Toorale National Park, New South Wales, Australia
Explore more stays nearby
Explore independent camping and outdoor stays available on NextCamp.
Explore NextCamp stays