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Kinchega National Park

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The Darling River forms the eastern edge to much of Kinchega National Park . Significant to Paakantji people both past and present, the river also provides a scenic setting for many of Kinchega's campsites. Another key feature of the park is the famous Kinchega Woolshed, which offers visitors an insight into Kinchega and the region's pastoral heritage. The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service maintains three self-guided drive tours within the park. The River Drive meanders for about 20 kilometres through the red gum woodlands on the banks of the Darling River. The Lake Drive follows the shores of Lakes Menindee and Cawndilla and the interconnecting Morton Boolka Swamp. Sand hills on the northern and eastern margins of the lakes are ablaze with daisies following spring rains. The Homestead Bend Loop is ideal for those who have limited time. This circuit takes visitors past the original Kinchega homestead and cemetry. The park also provides good opportunities for birdwatching, cycling, painting and photography.
Location
 183 Argent Street, Broken Hill
Email 
 brokenhill.office@environment.nsw.gov.au
Website 
 www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
Phone
 +61 08 8080 3200
Picnic Areas are located at a number of sites along the River and Lake Drives. These sites have BBQs, tables and garbage bins provided. There are picnic tables at the historic woolshed where fresh water (bore water) is provided.

Day use and camping fees apply. A self registration system allows for a payment of fees.

Camping areas: There are 34 shaded camp sites scattered along the banks of the Darling River, accessed via the River Drive. There are four pit toilets located at intervals along the River Drive. Sites are equipped with BBQs and garbage bins and some sites also have tables. Access is available for caravans however no powered sites are provided.

Accommodation is also available in the Shearers' Quarters. Staying in the shearers' quarters can give visitors a greater sense of the pastoral history of Kinchega. Accommmodation is available for up to 40 people, but bookings must be made in advance though the Broken Hill Area Office (08) 8080 3200. Rooms in the quarters are equipped with two bunk beds and some have an additional trundle. Visitors will need to provide their own bed linen. Showers and communal kitchen are available for use. Guided 'Discovery' tours run during the autumn, winter and spring school holidays.


Directions: The main entrance to Kinchega National Park is just northwest of the town of Menindee, about 85km southeast of Broken Hill. Roads within the park may be closed after rain.






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