The ‘Two Rivers Route’ takes you from the Pubs of Cobar and Shindy’s Inn at Louth to the Warrego Hotel at Fords Bridge then onto the ‘Northy’ and Port of Bourke Hotel.
The road out of Cobar takes you through the undulating fringe of the Peneplain, and through some significant mineral-bearing ranges before arriving in the historic river village of Louth, on the Darling-Barka.
Louth is a hotspot for history and hospitality which can be found at all the farm-stays, and of course at the local hotel, Shindy’s Inn.
There’s accommodation aplenty as well as many options for caravans and camping. A night or two in the area is highly recommended.
Crossing the river at Louth you take the ‘back-road’ through the historic Toorale National Park and, via a couple of turns on and off the Wanaaring Road, follow the Warrego River upstream into Fords Bridge, a sleepy hamlet with a much-loved pub.
It’s mostly sealed road back to Bourke as you travel through gidgee forests, pass through old lakes and enter Bourke through extensive irrigation fields where the first hotel you’ll connect with is ‘The Northy’.
Both Bourke and Cobar are major centres with many attractions and anything you require as far as supplies, and many options as far as pubs to explore.
The road to Cobar is the fully sealed Kidman Way which takes you past the amazing Gundabooka National Park and back into the mineral-rich landscape of Cobar to complete the loop.
| Distance | Pub Stops | Duration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 509km | 6 | 1-3 days | 7hrs |
Road Conditions
The roads on the ‘Two River Loop’ include approx. half gravel or dirt roads and half sealed roads which are suitable for most vehicles, however road conditions may vary and should be checked before leaving.
Pub Stops on the Two Rivers Route
Stop and enjoy some of the best pubs in Western NSW!
Pub Locations
The Map below displays historical hotel markers and Pub Stops along the Two Rivers Route. Select a location to read more.
Use the Travel Map & Itinerary for touring information to help you on your journey. Includes distances, locations, attractions and PDF downloads.,
Historical Hotels
Take a journey back in time and discover the historical pubs of outback NSW. These locations no longer exist, but they were once dotted all along roads of the Pub Route.
Read the history of these pioneering pubs of the outback.
Towns & Villages
Visit the Towns, Villages and Pubs of the ‘Two Rivers Route’.
