Barrow Creek  

Barrow Creek is situated on the Stuart Highway approximately 283 kilometres north of Alice Springs. It offers a popular service and or overnight service stop for motorists travelling the Stuart Highway. Set against the backdrop of the Forster Ranges, Barrow Creek's proximity to a freshwater spring made it one of the outback's more pleasant stops for pioneers. Many travellers stop at Barrow Creek to visit the Telegraph Station completed here in 1872.

Barrow Creek comes to life once a year in August with the Barrow Creek Races. The Barrow Creek Ball is held on the Saturday night. The Barrow Creek Hotel offers a unique country atmosphere and company. The hotel has real outback character and contains an interesting collection of memorabilia gathered over the years. The Hotel also provides basic accommodation, fuel, meals and refreshments.

There is a General Store available at the Service Station to ensure you can restock your supplies. The Barrow Creek Hotel provides satisfying Counter meals and takeaway.

Alice Springs Travel Guide