South West Queensland Outback is home to numerous national parks, each offering unique landscapes and experiences. Munga-Thirri (Simpson Desert) National Park, located just outside Birdsville, is part of the iconic Simpson Desert and offers a true outback adventure. Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park is known for its lush forests, waterways, and towering sandstone cliffs, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers. Carnarvon National Park boasts some of the finest Aboriginal rock art in Australia, along with towering white sandstone cliffs and clear running streams.
Porcupine Gorge National Park is famous for its gigantic valleys and great acoustics, perfect for hiking and exploring. Currawinya National Park, set 185 km south-west from Cunnamulla, features red plains and mulga woodlands, offering a habitat for over 200 species of birds, kangaroos, wallabies, and endangered bilbies. Bunya Mountains National Park houses the world's largest forest of Bunya Pines and more than 30 rare and threatened species, nestled beneath stunning rainforest canopies and ancient trees.
Girraween National Park invites visitors to explore massive granite outcrops, balancing boulders, clear running streams, and spectacular wildflowers in spring. These national parks collectively provide a diverse range of landscapes and experiences, from deserts and gorges to rainforests and rock art, showcasing the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region.