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Drive or Fly to Wallaroo Outback Retreat

Whether you plan to drive or fly, reaching Wallaroo Outback Retreat is all part of the adventure. Located in the heart of Queensland’s outback, the journey offers wide-open landscapes, sandstone ranges, and the unmistakable landmark of Wallaroo Rock to guide your way.

Most guests arrive by road, with clear routes whether you’re travelling from Brisbane in the south or Rolleston in the north. For those arriving by air, Wallaroo also has a private grass airstrip available for light aircraft with prior permission.

Whichever way you choose, your trip will end with the warmest of welcomes and a place to unwind in true outback comfort.

Driving Here

Wallaroo Outback Retreat is located around 8 hours’ drive north-west of Brisbane.

From Brisbane

Travel west through Toowoomba, Dalby, Chinchilla, Miles, and on to Roma – the last major town before Wallaroo. From Roma, head north to Injune.

From Injune, continue 65 km north on the Carnarvon Highway. Along the way you’ll cross the Dawson River three times. Around 5 km after the third crossing, look for the landmark ‘Wallaroo Rock’ on the right-hand side of the highway.

  • Turn at Wallaroo Rock and follow the gravel road down the range.
  • At the intersection, turn right and cross the cattle grid.
  • Continue 400 m, then turn right again.

You’ve arrived at Wallaroo Outback Retreat – time to relax and enjoy a well-earned drink!

You’ve arrived at Wallaroo Outback Retreat – time to relax and enjoy a well-earned drink!

From the North

If you’re travelling from the north, head to Rolleston and drive south towards Injune. After about 104 km, you’ll reach a narrow sandstone cutting with a rest stop at the top.

Just 1 km further, look for ‘Wallaroo Rock’ on the left-hand side of the road. Turn here and follow the same directions above to reach Wallaroo Outback Retreat.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Wallaroo!

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Arriving by Air

Wallaroo Outback Retreat can also be accessed via our private grass airstrip (980m, 06/24). The strip is suitable for light aircraft and is used predominately one way, approaching from the east. High terrain surrounds the strip, and a pre-landing inspection is recommended.

Permission to land is required – please contact Justin or Pauline MacDonnell on 07 46 263 746 or info@wallaroooutbackretreat.com before planning your flight.

For complete pilot notes and operational details, please download the Airstrip Guide.

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