Tag: Pooncarie NSW

Pooncarie is a historic village on the Darling River in southwestern New South Wales, nestled between Wentworth and Menindee. We discovered friendly locals, outback landscapes, and riverfront parks perfect for camping and fishing. The Old Wharf Site and Pooncarie Cup create lively attractions for visitors each October. Pooncarie is the gateway to Mungo National Park, a world heritage site with ancient Indigenous heritage and spectacular lake scenery. Pooncarie is a small outback town in southwestern New South Wales on the eastern bank of the Darling River. The town features historical sites, camping, fishing, and serves as a key gateway to Mungo National Park. Locals gather for the popular Pooncarie Cup horse race each October, and the town offers friendly service, caravan parks, a general store, and a riverside café.