# Big Red (Nappanerica)

> A red sand dune about 40 m high, the best-known dune on the eastern edge of the Simpson Desert, west of Birdsville.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-big-red-nappanerica/

A red sand dune about 40 m high, the best-known dune on the eastern edge of the Simpson Desert, west of Birdsville. Sealed and gravel roads lead to it; the sand-ridge climb gives a sweeping view at sunrise.

- **Nearest town:** Birdsville, Queensland
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -25.8900, 139.0050

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. Hot in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Birdsville Track and Strzelecki Track](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-birdsville-strzelecki-tracks/)

## Nearby

- [Big Red](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-big-red-dune/) – 5 km
- [Birdsville Hotel](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-birdsville-hotel/) – 35 km

## FAQs

### Where is Big Red (Nappanerica)?

Big Red (Nappanerica) is in Birdsville, Queensland, at GPS -25.8900, 139.0050.

### Which road trips pass Big Red (Nappanerica)?

Big Red (Nappanerica) is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Birdsville Track and Strzelecki Track.

### What is there to see near Big Red (Nappanerica)?

Places worth a stop nearby: Big Red (5 km) and Birdsville Hotel (35 km).

### When is the best time to visit Big Red (Nappanerica)?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)