A turn-of-the-century historical village and magnificent wildflower fields lie on the cusp of the outback.
Four hours drive from Brisbane on the road to the outback towns of Roma and Charleville, Miles sits at the brink of Queensland’s vast outback. The town’s biggest draw is the Miles Historical Village Museum, where more than 30 authentic 19th- and early-20th-century buildings are preserved as a turn-of-the-century historical village. For the full pioneer experience, time your camping trip for the Miles Back to the Bush Festival in September, which coincides with the start of the region’s wildflower season. After following the marked wildflower trails, head to the shores of Chinamans Lagoon for a picnic or go bushwalking at nearby Barakula State Forest. Campers have options, too. Pitch your tent or park your campervan at a Hipcamp in the heart of the bush, or check in to an RV park or caravan park in Miles or neighbouring Chinchilla for powered sites with plenty of on-site amenities.