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The Darling River -
Side Trips
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This wonderful side-trip from the Darking River Run will take you to the iconically (and nicely eccentric) Australian Opal mining town of Lightning Ridge. Whether you are looking for the famous Black Opal, wanting to explore some wonderful galleries or just take in the experiences of a mining town, 'The Ridge' is a must.
An easy drive to and from Walgett. As an alternate route, there is a nice drive via Cumborah to Brewarrina.
Getting here/away
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Walgett <> Lighning Ridge
Distance = 78.0 km - about 54 mins (one way)
Route: Castlereagh Hwy <> Bill Obrien Way (Sealed Highway)
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Brewarrina <> Lightning Ridge (Via Cumborah)
Distance = 180km - about 3 hrs
Route: Castlereagh Hwy <> Cumborah-Lightning Ridge Rd <> Walgett Goodooga Rd <> Narran Lake Rd <>Kamilaroi Hwy
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