Camel racing poised to hit the Trail across outback Queensland

Camel racing poised to hit the Trail across outback Queensland

A camel train near Birdsville. Photo Brett Stanley There’s a heap of camel races coming to outback Queensland later this year involving a carnival, a muster, racing – and the Birdsville Hotel. The Outback Camel Trail runs for three weeks (July 5-26) across different towns and takes in the newly created Birdsville Camel Carnival. The Birdsville races, from July 8-10, will feature evening concerts at the Birdsville Hotel, camel rides, liv…

Queensland's Outback Camel Trail

The heart of Outback Queensland is set to come alive with the launch of the Desert Champions Way: Outback Camel Trail, a unique cultural tourism experience celebrating the rich cameleer history and the vibrant arts of the region. This month-long trail from July 5 to July 26 is set to become a cornerstone of sustainable tourism in Outback Queensland, drawing visitors to multiple iconic towns. The trail includes the newly created Birdsville Camel …