Timeline
05:20
Drive from Bingara to Upper Horton via Narrabri Road and Horton Road. The journey takes about 38 minutes on the partially unsealed road, leaving time to park and find a quiet spot near the hamlet before the light changes.
06:10
Stand in the open areas of Upper Horton and watch the sunrise. On 15 January, the sun rises at 06:10, casting a golden glow across the landscape from the west-southwest. This is the perfect moment for photography or simply enjoying the stillness.
06:40
Stay in Upper Horton to enjoy the golden light that continues until about 19:29. Use this time to explore the picnic areas or cast a line for fishing if the water conditions allow.
Local tip
The road to Upper Horton is partially unsealed. Allow extra time for travel and check your vehicle’s suitability for rougher roads if coming from Bingara.
Check before you go
- The route via Narrabri Road is partially unsealed (38 min). The alternative via Cobbahdah Road is sealed (43 min).
- There are no food or drink shops listed in Upper Horton. Bring your own breakfast supplies or plan to return to Bingara for coffee after sunrise.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Bingara (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).