Barkly Highway

Barkly Homestead

ore than just a fuel stop, Barkly Homestead is a welcome outback oasis and the only major service point along the long stretch of the Barkly Highway between Tennant Creek and Camooweal. Whether you're topping up the tank, grabbing a meal or settling in for the night, it's an ideal place to rest and recharge before continuing your journey.

Fuel available includes Diesel, Unleaded 91, Premium 95 and Avgas, along with oils, lubricants and coolants. Inside the roadhouse you'll find barista-made coffee, cold drinks, ice creams, snacks, a gift shop, ATM and everyday travel essentials. The Bar & Grill serves hearty outback meals from breakfast through to dinner, making it a popular place to enjoy a relaxed meal or a cold drink before getting back on the road. Visa, MasterCard and EFTPOS are accepted.

If you're planning an overnight stop, Barkly Homestead offers a range of accommodation including motel rooms, cabins, single cabins, pet-friendly cabins, as well as powered and unpowered camping. Travellers also have access to clean amenities, a camp kitchen, laundry facilities, dump point, safe drinking water and a swimming pool - perfect for cooling off after a day on the road. Please note that powered and unpowered campsites operate on a first come, first served basis and cannot be booked in advance. Wi-Fi is available around the roadhouse, although coverage is limited in the campground and most cabins due to the remote location.

Roadhouse opening hours

• Dry Season (1 May – 31 October): 6:00am – 10:00pm daily (kitchen closes 8:30pm)
• Wet Season (1 November – 30 April): 6:00am – 9:00pm daily (kitchen closes 8:00pm)

Barkly Homestead is located approximately 211km east of Tennant Creek on the Barkly Highway and provides an essential stop for travellers crossing the Barkly Tablelands.