White Cliffs opal field and dugouts
White Cliffs, New South Wales
Opal has been mined here since 1889, and many residents live in dugouts cut into the hillside. Underground lodgings stay comfortably cool all year, and fossicking areas let visitors look for opal.
- Nearest town
- White Cliffs, New South Wales
- Category
- Unique stays
- GPS
- -30.8490, 143.0880
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. Hot in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is White Cliffs opal field and dugouts?
White Cliffs opal field and dugouts is in White Cliffs, New South Wales, at GPS -30.8490, 143.0880.
Which road trips pass White Cliffs opal field and dugouts?
White Cliffs opal field and dugouts is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Outback NSW: Mungo, Broken Hill and the opal fields.
What is there to see near White Cliffs opal field and dugouts?
Places worth a stop nearby: Tibooburra and Sturt National Park (189 km) and Kinchega National Park and Menindee Lakes (193 km).
When is the best time to visit White Cliffs opal field and dugouts?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)