Burgers, Burnt Pubs and Bush Camps
Sometimes the road gives you more than promised. Other times, a little less. This leg took us through Bollon, Cunnamulla, and Wyandra—three very different stops, each memorable in their own way.
We pulled into Bollon for a peaceful overnight stay, and their riverside donation camp turned out to be one of our favourite finds. Nestled under big gums and right on the banks of the Wallam Creek, it was quiet, flat, and full of birdsong. The serenity was only slightly dampened when Neil discovered the town pub had burnt down earlier in the year. He'd been looking forward to a beer and a counter meal. Still, the calm of the campsite more than made up for it.
Cunnamulla came next. We’d heard mixed things, and it didn’t quite win us over. The town felt a little flat, and not just because of the landscape. But all was not lost. The Warrego River Tourist Park offered wide skies and sunset views. Adding happy hour around the communal firepit gave us a warm end to the day.
Just when we thought the road might be a little quiet, we rolled into Wyandra. This tiny town surprised us with a great donation campsite and one of the best burgers we’ve had in ages. The welcome was warm, the streets were neat, and there was a laid-back charm that made us linger longer than we planned.
It wasn’t the most thrilling stretch of the trip, but it had its charms. The smaller places reminded us that good food, quiet camps, and a friendly chat can make a place feel special.
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