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Evening

Sunset over the Warrumbungles

Catch the last light of day on the Nandewar foothills before the stars come out.

Best time: sunsetAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 19:35

    Doug Sky Lookout

    Drive up to Doug Sky Lookout. The views over the Nandewar Ranges and Warrumbungle Mountains are best in the fading light. Bring binoculars and a camera. Note that while the lookout is accessible, there are no picnic tables or toilets here, so come prepared.

  2. 20:05

    Doug Sky Lookout

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The sky will shift from gold to deep blue over the granite formations. This is the peak moment for photography.

  3. 20:35

    Doug Sky Lookout

    Stay a few minutes longer to see the landscape settle into twilight. The weather can be unpredictable, so keep warm and waterproof clothing handy.

Local tip

Parking is available at the lookout, but there are no facilities. Plan your dinner and drinks in Narrabri town after you head back down the 47 km via Maitland Street.

Check before you go

  • Check the route from Narrabri via Maitland Street southbound to Kaputar Road.
  • Bring warm and waterproof clothing as weather is unpredictable.
  • No toilets or picnic tables at the lookout.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Narrabri (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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