Location:
311kms west of Thargomindah on the Adventure Way
Accommodation:
Free Bush Camping on the banks of Cooper Creek
Activities:
Iconic Burke and Wills "Dig Tree", and the Face Tree – Fishing in Cooper Creek – Bird Watching – abundance of Wildlife, and Wildflowers in season
Services: Camping is permitted at the site anywhere within the fenced area around the ‘Dig Tree'. Basic bush camping facilities are provided.
Fishing is permitted at the site with a good supply of Yellowbelly in Cooper Creek (limits apply). Native flora and fauna are abundant and there are opportunities for birdwatching along the creek.
To assist maintain and improve facilities, develop and protect the site for the enjoyment of present and future generations a small conservation fee will apply to visitors wishing to access the ‘Dig Tree' site. A Conservation Fee of $20 per vehicle, or $60 per bus payable by visiting The Dig Tree. Please note that the South Australia Desert Parks Pass does not cover the ‘Dig Tree' Site Management Fee.
Shooting is strictly prohibited.
A ‘Dig Tree' Advisory Board has been established comprising the Department of Natural Resources, Department of Environment, Bulloo Shire Council, Santos and the Royal Historical Society of Queensland, whose role is to oversee the management of the Tree and its surrounds.
Airstrip Coordinates:
27 degrees 35 min South, 141 degrees 04 min East
Permission: Not Required; Fees: $20.00 per aircraft
Var: 7 E; Elevation 140ft; WAC 3342
Operator: The Manager, Nappa Merrie Station
Tel: (07) 4655 4315 or Ranger digtreeranger@gmail.com
Runways 02/20 Clay 1400m; Spec Proc: Strip is N of Cooper Creek – Animal Hazard
Windsock: S midway of Runway. Facilities – Pit Toilet in Shack
