Please be advised that Diamantina National Park will be temporarily closed from Sunday, 17 May to Saturday, 23 May 2026 while aerial shooting activities are carried out within the park.
Published on 14 May 2026
For safety reasons, the park will be closed to all visitors during this time, including access to camping areas and tourist facilities.
We appreciate your understanding and encourage travellers to plan ahead when visiting the Diamantina region.
Standing at 40 metres in height, and situated just 35 kilometre from Birdsville; the famous Big Red Sand Dune provides a challenge for any four wheel drive enthusiast. The first of 1,140 parallel dunes in the Simpson Desert, the spectacular sunsets from the top of Big Red are an experience not to be missed.
Discover the striking Dreamtime Serpent sculpture winding through the heart of Betoota — symbolising water, life, and First Nations Peoples' connection to Country. Set against Betoota’s vast outback landscape, it’s a captivating stop for travellers exploring the Diamantina’s rich cultural heritage.