Located in the far north-western corner of New South Wales, Sturt National Park is a sprawling natural wonder that exudes raw beauty and rugged charm. Covering an area of over 320,000 hectares (790,000 acres), the park is a testament to Australia's unique ecology and arid landscapes.
Established in 1972 and named after the colonial explorer, Charles Sturt, the park is a stunning collection of flat, reddish-brown landscapes, natural gorges, and vast plains. The nearest town is Tibooburra, only 6 kilometres away, and located about 1,060 kilometres northwest of the bustling city of Sydney.
The national park is home to a rich and diverse range of flora, including mulga bushland and arid shrubland, particularly Saltbush. Following healthy rain, the landscape is transformed with wildflowers, including the distinctive Sturt's desert pea, creating a stunning array of colours. Sturt National Park is known for its wide array of unique wildlife, including short-beaked echidnas, reptiles, kangaroos, and birdlife, including Major Mitchell's Cockatoo and the threatened Yellow-footed Rock-wallaby. The park is the perfect destination for those who love birdwatching and are excited to spot some rare and threatened species.
There is a vast network of walking trails and roads that crisscross the national park, allowing visitors the opportunity to explore at their own pace. The eastern section of the park comprises flood plains, dotted with trees, gorges, and creek beds. It is home to Mount Wood, Gorge Lookout, and the Mount Wood camping ground, making it the ideal place for camping and enjoying the great outdoors. In