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The Dig Tree

Innamincka, Queensland

History

A coolibah beside Cooper Creek where the 1861 Burke and Wills party buried supplies and carved the word DIG. Reached on outback tracks near Innamincka; check road conditions, especially after rain.

Nearest town
Innamincka, Queensland
Category
History & culture
GPS
-27.6275, 141.0753
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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. Hot in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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FAQs

Where is The Dig Tree?

The Dig Tree is in Innamincka, Queensland, at GPS -27.6275, 141.0753.

Which road trips pass The Dig Tree?

The Dig Tree is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Birdsville Track and Strzelecki Track.

When is the best time to visit The Dig Tree?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)