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About Mount Isa
The mining city of Mount Isa is located in the Gulf Country region of Queensland, at the northern end of the Selwyn Range. Discovered back in 1923, this city was formed due to the huge mineral deposits found in this region. The name ‘Mount Isa’ can be accredited to John Campbell Miles, who named one of his silver-lead ore leases after Isabelle, his sister.

The beauty of Mount Isa is well described by its rich history and glorious culture. The picturesque Lake Moondarra adds an element to the scenic natural beauty of the city. The ever-charming city of Mount Isa is packed with a host of important places of tourist interest. The most recommended places to look out for in Mount Isa include Riversleigh Fossil Centre, the Mount Isa Underground Hospital & Museum, the Mount Isa School of the Air, Lawn Hill National Park, and the The Cloncurry-Mount Isa Road.

While you are in Mount Isa, you can spend time taking a mining tour, exploring indegenous plants at the Outback Park, and fishing at Lake Boondara. You can also enjoy canoeing, hiking, and bird watching at Lawn Hill Gorge. Mount Isa experiences a local steppe climate with cool, dry clear, windy, and short winters and humid, sweltering,cloudy, and long summers.
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Mount Isa FAQ's

What are the best places to visit in Mount Isa?

1. Hard Times Mine: One of the major attractions that is a part of Mount Isa Tourism is the Hard Times Mine. It is a zinc and lead mine, which is also one of the largest zinc mines in the world. The mine produces over a million tonnes of zinc and lead ore each year and has been in operation since 1974.

2. Mount Isa City Lookout: The Mount Isa City Lookout is one of the best places to take in the sweeping views of Mount Isa. On a clear day, you can see all the way to the Gulf of Carpentaria. The lookout also provides a great vantage point to see the city itself, with its red dirt and unique mining architecture.

3. Lake Julius: 
Lake Julius is a freshwater lake and a major attraction in Mount Isa Tourism. The lake is approximately 1.5 kilometres long and 0.5 kilometres wide, and is surrounded by parkland. Lake Julius is a popular recreation spot for locals and visitors, and is used for swimming, fishing, and boating.

4. Riversleigh Fossil Centre: 
Riversleigh Fossil Centre is a world-class museum and research facility dedicated to the study and display of the world-famous Riversleigh fossils. It is home to one of the largest and most important collections of fossilized animals and plants in the world. The Centre is also a major research facility, with a team of international scientists working to understand the evolution of life on Earth.

What are the things to do with family in Mount Isa?

  • Take a family hike through the beautiful Australian outback
  • Head to the Outback Golf Club for a round of family-friendly mini golf 
  • Visit the Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo, one of the largest and most iconic rodeos in the world 
  • Check out the Mount Isa Water Park, a great place to cool off in the summer heat 
  • Experience a traditional Aboriginal dance performance at the Mount Isa Aboriginal Cultural Centre 
  • Discover the local wildlife at the Riverside Park Nature Playground
  • Take a scenic drive or walk through the majestic Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park
  • Visit the Undara Volcanic National Park to learn about the area’s fascinating geological history

Which is the best time of the year to visit Mount Isa?

The months of September to November make up the spring season, which is the best time to enjoy Mount Isa Tourism. This is when the weather is relatively mild and dry, which makes it a great time to visit Mount Isa and enjoy its many outdoor activities. With longer and comparatively warmer days, it is also when the flowers begin to bloom in the surrounding meadows in the region, making it perfect to indulge in hikes, nature walks or even sightseeing. 

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