Isisford

Isisford, on the banks of the Barcoo, was settled in the mid 1800s and the architecture reflects its humble beginnings. Resting on the Barcoo River, it is 100 km south-west of Longreach. Tee off on their 18-hole golf course, relax by the river or do some fishing.

  • Big fish made from sheets or iron with 'The Big Yellowbelly' sign

The Big Yellowbelly

It's hard to miss the Outback's biggest Yellowbelly glistening in the sunlight as you arrive in Isisford. It's the creation of a pretty talented bunch of locals!

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  • Isisford - Barcoo Weir - Isisford Town Weir

Barcoo Weir

Take a stroll down to the Barcoo Weir built back in 1934. It was built to provide greater water security for the community. A pipeline links Oma Waterhole to the Weir.

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  • Isisford - Clancys Overview

Clancy's Overflow Hotel

The two storey hotel in Isisford's main street is called Clancy's Overflow Hotel in honour of Banjo's famous poem. This majestic old pub was originally called Power's Club Hotel.

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  • Isisford - Yuranigh Pond

Yuranigh Pond

Fancy a picnic by a tranquil pond just six kilometres out of town on Emmet Road? The pond was named after Yuranigh an Aboriginal Australian from Molong in New South Wales.

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  • Isisford - Whitman’s Memorial Museum

Whitman’s Museum

If you are interested in stories of how places came to be by default, then pay a visit to the Whitman's Museum.  Find out how a broken axel was the catalyst for a town development.

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  • Idalia National Park

Idalia National Park

Discover Idalia National Park just 113km south-west of Blackall in the Gowan Ranges. Enjoy birdwatching, bushwalking and 4WD tracks exploring historical sites.

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  • Fishing on Oma Waterhole

Fishing Competition

Take part in a true outback fishing event at the Isisford Fishing Competition held annually in July at Oma Waterhole. Join in the fun and compete for cash prizes.

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  • Isisford - Oma Waterhole

Oma Waterhole

Spend a day or a week at this beautiful permanent waterhole, just 16km south west of Isisford. It is popular for camping, fishing and water activities.

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  • Isisford - The Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre

Interpretation Centre

If you want to learn more about Isisford and it's surrounds, this is the spot to do it. Housing displays of fossils, fauna, reptiles and birds that have lived in this region.

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10 St Helena St, Isisford QLD, Australia