Oondooroo Station – Corfield

Oondooroo Station is a historic pastoral property located in the heart of Queensland’s outback, deep in the famed ‘dinosaur country’ near Corfield and Winton. While not a formal campground, the area represents a true, self-sufficient bush camping experience for those with permission to stay. Camping on a working station like Oondooroo is about immersing oneself in the vast, rugged landscape that defines this part of Australia. The experience is for the fully self-reliant traveller, prepared to camp in a remote area with no facilities. The appeal lies in the absolute peace and isolation, offering an escape into the untouched natural beauty of the Mitchell grass downs. The landscape is quintessential outback, characterized by wide-open plains, ancient mesas or ‘jump-ups’, and sparse gidgee woodlands. A stay here provides incredible opportunities for photography, with spectacular, uninterrupted sunrises and sunsets painting the sky in fiery colours. At night, the absence of any light pollution reveals a breathtaking canopy of stars, offering some of the best stargazing imaginable. It’s a chance to connect with the land, observe native wildlife, and appreciate the immense scale of Australia’s pastoral industry. Travellers must be completely self-sufficient, carrying all their own water, food, power, and toilet facilities, and must strictly adhere to a ‘leave no trace’ policy. As a private, working property, obtaining permission from the station owners prior to entry is essential.

Site Information

• Location: On a private station, approximately 30 km north of Winton.
• Site Suitable For: Fully self-contained 4WD vehicles, off-road caravans, and camper trailers.
• Road Access: Unsealed private station tracks. 4WD is essential.
• Site Surface: Dirt and natural ground.
• Camping Permitted: Permission from station owners is essential as this is private property. Not a public campground.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: By arrangement with station owners.
• Facilities: None.
• Picnic Tables: No.
• Potable Water: No. You must bring all your own water.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: None. Satellite communication device is essential.
• TV Reception: No.
• Onsite Public Toilets: No.
• Rubbish Bins: No. You must take all rubbish with you.
• Open Fires: Check with station owners. Strict fire bans often apply.
• Generator Use: Check with station owners.
• Number of Sites Available: By arrangement.
• Essentials to Bring: Everything. All water, food, fuel, power, toilet, shower, emergency supplies, and recovery gear.
• Pet Friendly: Check with station owners. Unlikely due to it being a working cattle station.
• Fishing: Possible in creeks or waterholes if they hold water.
• Short Walks: Unlimited informal bushwalking on the property (with permission).

Local Amenities

This is an extremely remote location. The nearest town with full services is Winton (approx. 30 km south).

• Local Pubs:
  • The Gregory Hotel, Winton (approx. 30 km)
  • The Tattersalls Hotel, Winton (approx. 30 km)
  • The North Gregory Hotel, Winton (approx. 30 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • Numerous hotels, cafes, and bakeries in Winton.
• Local Attractions:
  • Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum
  • Waltzing Matilda Centre
  • Dinosaur Stampede National Monument (Lark Quarry)
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Matilda Country Tourist Park, Winton (approx. 30 km)
  • Pelican Waterhole Caravan Park, Winton (approx. 30 km)
• Next Free Camps:
  • Long Waterhole, Winton (donation camp, approx. 35 km)
  • Crawford Creek Rest Area (24hr, approx. 50 km)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A public dump point is available in Winton.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple service stations are available in Winton.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available in Winton.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available in Winton.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

The Winton area has a hot semi-arid climate, with extremely hot summers and mild, dry winters with cold nights.