Overview
The town of Boomi is located near the border of New South Wales and Queensland, one hour north-west of Moree or one hour west of Goondiwindi, via bitumen roads. Both Lightning Ridge and Queensland can be accessed after a pleasant stopover at the quiet and well shaded Artesian Baths in Boomi.
The Boomi Artesian Bore draws artesian water from a depth of 1,222 metres (4,008 feet) and has been used to swim in since its construction in 1905. Construction of the present day baths was commenced in 1975 and the latest addition of the spa baths was in 1996.
Boomi offers a range of accommodation from caravan sites, cottage and pub accommodation.
Facilities available adjacent to the pool and caravan sites include a coffee shop, general store with groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables and light meals, BBQ and tennis courts.
Other activities and interests and tennis, nature reserve bird watching, fishing in the Boomi or Barwon Rivers and self-guided history walks.
Farms tours can also be arranged, please book ahead.