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Opalton
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Description
Home of Queensland Boulder Opal, Opalton lies 124 kilometres from Winton. Opal was first discovered here by George Cragg in 1888 and the first mine was worked in 1894. By the end of the decade there was a bustling township of 600 and Opalton became known for the enormous volume and quality of its opal. In 1899 the largest piece of opal ever recorded was mined from Opalton, a pipe opal more than three metres long.
Now home to a much smaller community, Opalton boasts one shop where you are likely to meet all the locals when the mail is delivered every Thursday. Try your luck in the public fossicking area. There are camping facilities at the bush park and basic cabins are available.
Property Details
Activities
- Camping
- Off Road Driving
Other Information
How To Get There
Opalton is accessible on an unsealed road approximately 125 kilometres south of Winton.
Today's Weather
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Weather last updated at 8:58pm Saturday, 26 May 2012.