Corner Country

Photography · Australia

Photographs of Corner Country, Outback NSW

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This gallery presents photographs of the Corner Country — the iconic region radiating out from Cameron Corner, where the borders of New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland converge. The images span the remote landscapes, ancient watercourses, and frontier towns of this extraordinary corner of the Australian outback, from Broken Hill north to Milparinka and Tibooburra.

The view north from on top of Packsaddle Hill, Packsaddle, Outback NSW, Australia
The view north from on top of Packsaddle Hill, Packsaddle, Outback NSW, Australia.

Fewer places in outback Australia are more iconic than the Corner Country, a region that radiates out from where the borders of New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland meet: Cameron Corner. The Corner Country encompasses New South Wales, Queensland, and South Australia.

There is so much to do in the northwest corner of NSW, with Tibooburra being the main town in the area (330 km north of Broken Hill). Milparinka (40 km south of Tibooburra) provides a 'look back in time' experience.

"Wherever I go in the bush, I always find my way back and always come out at the place where I want to go."
— Alfred Howitt, 1859.

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Cameron Corner is the surveyed northwest and southwest corners of New South Wales and Queensland, respectively, and the point at which those borders join the South Australian border.

While not precisely defined, the Corner Country is bounded by the Darling River in the south, the Simpson Desert in the west, and Charleville & Windorah in the northeast.

The Darling River catchment borders the Lake Eyre Basin (Lake Frome catchment) just north of Broken Hill and south of Cameron Corner. A great way to understand the geology and hydrography of the region is through the Watershed Loop touring route. The touring route connects the Darling River Run to other Corner Country Touring Routes.

Cameron Corner is a remote place, but that is not to say you cannot get a bed, a beer, a meal, fuel, and some supplies — thanks to the iconic Cameron Corner Store.

It is a place of diversity and history; needless to say, it is a mecca for landscape photographers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Corner Country?

The Corner Country is the remote region of outback Australia centred on Cameron Corner — the surveyed point where New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland meet. It is broadly bounded by the Darling River to the south, the Simpson Desert to the west, and Charleville and Windorah to the northeast.

What does this Corner Country photography gallery show?

The gallery showcases the landscapes and character of the Corner Country — the red plains and dune country near Cameron Corner, the heritage townscapes of Milparinka and Tibooburra, and the vast, open skies that make this one of Australia's premier destinations for landscape photography.

How do I get to Cameron Corner?

Cameron Corner is approximately 330 km north of Broken Hill via Silver City Highway and then dirt roads through Tibooburra. The Cameron Corner Store provides fuel, meals, and accommodation. Roads are unsealed from Tibooburra onwards and should be checked before travel, especially after rain.

What is the Watershed Loop?

The Watershed Loop is a touring route that connects the Darling River Run to the Corner Country, helping travellers understand the boundary between the Darling River catchment and the Lake Eyre Basin. It passes through some of the most scenically dramatic country in Outback NSW.

Can I buy prints of these Corner Country photographs?

Yes. Fine-art prints and wall art from this gallery are available at the Red Dust Snow wall art store. Prints are available in a range of sizes and media.

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