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To us, the real Outback is Australia’s heart and soul, Central Australia. It’s the arid/desert regions that surround it in the Northern Territory, South Australia, Queensland and Western Australia, with the Outback town, Alice Springs, at its centre. Although we like the popular ideas about the freedom and wide open spaces, we also prefer ...
- Where is The Outback
The famous outback town, Alice Springs, is roughly at the...
- Outback Maps
What maps do outback locals use when travelling? We share...
- Free Outback Maps
Destinations, How to Plan Your Trip. Free Outback Maps....
- Where is The Outback
Outback is a term that describes rural and remote areas in Australia, the parts where not many people live. The different colours in my Outback map show population density, and as you can see, most of Australia is rather empty... (The map is actually a bit rough, because many of those areas showing < 5 people per km 2 are inhabited by less than ...
- Uluru
- Kata Tjuta
- Kings Canyon
- Kakadu National Park
- Nitmiluk National Park
- Litchfield National Park
- Karlu Karlu / Devils Marbles Conservation
- West Mcdonald Range
- Mereenie Loop Road
- Oodnadatta Track
Also known as Ayers Rock, Uluru is the most recognizable landmark in the Outback and one of the top reasons to visit the Land Down Under. Pictures simply cannot do this massive sandstone rock justice. There is something so spiritual being in its presence. This was one of our favorite places in Australia. We stayed for three days to explore the park...
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is not only home to Uluru. Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas, is an incredible site in its own right. It is located 45 km (28 miles) east of Uluru, or a one-hour drive. There are two viewing areas for Kata Tjuta – the one off the main road has panoramic views of all 36 domes but is quite far away. The other is close...
We were pleasantly surprised by this beautiful and massive canyon. The 100-meter (328-foot) cliff walls are sure to make you feel a bit uneasy. It is located four hours north of Uluru, and worth the detour. There are a couple of walks in the area – the Kings Creek trail is an easy 2 km (1.2 mile) walk that follows the canyon floor. The best views a...
Kakadu National Park, located three hours southeast of Darwin, is the largest national park in Australia. Several different types of landforms define the park, including cliff walls, gorges, and floodplains. The park is known for its waterfalls – Jim Jim Falls, Gunlom Falls, and Twin Falls. There are many walks throughout the park, the best ones ar...
Nitmiluk, formerly known as Katherine Gorge National Park, is located south of Kakadu. The two major highlights at Nitmiluk are the Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls. Several hikesin the park range from two hours to 3-day treks. Canoeing is also a great way to explore the gorges on the Katherine River. For overnight hiking and canoe trips, camping is...
Located two hours south of Darwin, the Litchfield National Park is loaded with single-drop and cascading waterfalls. Popular attractions are Wangi Falls, Tolmer Falls, Florence Falls, and the Buley Rockhole. The Lost City has impressive sandstone pillars and is an interesting place to visit, but it is only accessible by 4WD. The are several short w...
The Devil’s Marbles Conservation area is a bizarre and beautiful place to visit. It is full of round rock formations that precariously sit atop of one another. The natural process of erosion and weathering has changed the shapes of the granite stone to resemble round marbles, hence the name of the conservation. Access is directly off the Stuart Hig...
The West McDonald Range is only a short drive from Alice Springs and is a great place to explore. Who would have thought that the Outback has pristine swimming holes and beautiful gorges? Not us! The best places to stop are the Simpsons Gap, the Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek, Serpentine Gorge, Ochre Pits, Ormiston Gorge, and Redbank Gorge. Each gorg...
Mereenie Loop Road is an awesome way to get the Outback drive experience; no 4WD required (mostly). This road links the West McDonald Range and Kings Canyon so you don’t have to backtrack through Alice Springs. The private road cuts through aboriginal land and is officially considered a 4WD-only road. However, with a bit of confidence, the road is ...
This 620 km (384 miles) multi-day drive is a true Outback adventure. The journey is possible on 2WD vehicles during the dry season. The track follows the abandoned Ghan rail line with several stops, including abandoned ruins, salt lakes, and natural springs. Some of the main stops are Lake Eyre, Wabma Kadarbu Mound Springs, Coward Springs, the Herg...
Feb 15, 2021 · But the vast majority of the Australian inland is arid, hot and forbidding to the unprepared traveller. This map will give you a rough idea of where the Outback is in Australia. Not everyone will agree with our definition. Like we said earlier, just about everyone has a different idea of what and where the Outback is.
Destinations. National Parks. The Outback. Uluru-Kata Tjuta. Vast open spaces. Vibrant red dirt. Awe-inspiring landscapes. Australia’s Outback may appear empty, but it’s teaming with life. Plants and flowers bloom from the dust, secret swimming holes beckon passerby, and kangaroos thrive in the dry heat.
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