Outback travel is a modern adventure, a way in which to emulate the spirit of the early explorers. For a sense of what life was like back then, pay a visit to the outback region of New South Wales known as the 'Corner Country'.

Cameron Corner is the place where the states of New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia meet. It's named after NSW Lands Department Surveyor, John Brewer Cameron. Cameron spent two years from 1880 marking the border between New South Wales and Queensland and erected a post in September 1880.

At Cameron Corner you'll go through the Barrier Fence - at the corner post you can stand in all three states at once. The only permanent resident of Cameron Corner is Bill Mitchell, who operates the Cameron Corner Store. Strangely, the Corner store is in Queensland, receives its supplies from New South Wales and its phone services from South Australia. Make sure you have a chat with Bill - he's a true bush character.

South-west of Cameron Corner is Tibooburra, and the jumping off point for those wishing to visit Sturt's National Park and Cameron Corner. Just outside of town, take a drive along the scenic loop roads of Sturt National Park - the Jump Up Loop and the Gorge Loop Roads are both about 100 kilometres long, and there's a 4WD track along the Middle Road. You'll see kangaroos, emus and goannas here - camp a few nights out at Dead Man's Gully to get the most out of it. Take a look at the old Fort Grey homestead, which has been retained in its original condition.

There's a lot to see before you even get to Cameron Corner. The tiny village of  Milparinka 3 hours north of Broken Hill, was the first official township of the surrounding Albert Goldfields. To learn more about life in the 1880s, go on the Milparinka Heritage Trail and visit the courthouse and barracks.

Between Milparinka and Broken Hill lies Mutawintji National Park. Indigenous Australian William Bates and his brother Badger were the driving force behind it being the first National Park in NSW to be returned to traditional owners. Marvel at the gorges, the wildlife and the stunning collection of Aboriginal Art.

Take a side trip to White Cliffs, a fascinating opal-mining town, home to the distinctive light crystal opal. It's an hour and half drive from Mutawintji National Park. A kangaroo shooter found the gem among pale sandstone hills and now the town is famous for it. Go on an opal digging tour, stay in underground accommodation and visit the underground museum.

Stop in at Innamincka where you can see the Burke and Wills markers and the now famous Dig Tree, a reminder of the extreme harshness of the outback. It's located on the northern bank of Cooper Creek and is a Coolibah (Eucalyptus microtha).

The vast landscapes of Corner Country are dotted with red rocks. Flocks of wild budgerigars screech overhead in an explosion of greens, yellows, blues and greys and after the rains, the wildflowers change their costumes right before your eyes. It's a magical setting, and it's about time you saw it.

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• Nearest City:Canberra
• Distance to Nearest City:175kms
• Nearest Airport:Cooma
• Distance to Nearest Airport:90kms

Local Attractions in the Area

• Monkey Mia
• Batavia Shipwreck
• Kalbarri National Park
• Carnavon Lighthouse
• The Blowholes
• Indian Ocean Drive

Helpful Links for the Area

• Ningaloo Itinerary
• Snorkelling in the Coral Coast
• WA Tourist Offices
• Australia's Coral Coast
• TransWA
• DriveWA

Seasonal Events

• Exmouth Whale Shark Festival
• Geraldton Greenhouse Sunshine Festival
• Kalbarri Canoe & Cray Festival Wildflower Season
• Gascoyne Dash