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Lawn Hill

QLD 4825 • Queensland

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14607.74 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Lawn Hill

Lawn Hill is a remote outback locality in north-west Queensland, located within the Shire of Burke approximately 340 kilometres north-west of Mount Isa. Covering an extraordinary 14,607 square kilometres of Gulf Country, the locality recorded a population of 63 at the 2021 Census. Lawn Hill is best known as the gateway to Boodjamulla National Park, featuring the spectacular Lawn Hill Gorge — an emerald oasis of lush vegetation and crystal-clear waters in an otherwise arid landscape.

Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park is jointly managed by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and the Waanyi people, for whom this country holds deep cultural significance spanning at least 17,000 years. The park encompasses Lawn Hill Gorge and the Riversleigh Fossil Fields, part of the Australian Fossil Mammal Sites World Heritage Area. Visitors and residents enjoy canoeing, walking trails, birdwatching, and fossil tourism, though the area's extreme remoteness means Mount Isa serves as the nearest major centre for supplies.

Lawn Hill falls under postcode 4825 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barkly electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4825
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Barkly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.02°, 137.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14607.74 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Mount Isa N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
1840 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 20 hrs (via Mount Isa)
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 20 hrs (via Mount Isa)

🛣️ Extremely remote. Roads include unsealed sections; a 4WD is recommended. Mount Isa is the nearest major service centre.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services exist; a vehicle — ideally 4WD — is essential for accessing this remote national park locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lawn Hill known for? +

Lawn Hill is known as the gateway to Boodjamulla National Park, home to the stunning Lawn Hill Gorge — an emerald oasis in the Gulf Country outback — and the Riversleigh Fossil Fields, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

How far is Lawn Hill from Mount Isa? +

Lawn Hill is approximately 340 kilometres north-west of Mount Isa, roughly a 4 to 5 hour drive on a mix of sealed and unsealed roads.

Does Lawn Hill have public transport? +

There is no public transport to Lawn Hill. The area is only accessible by private vehicle, and a 4WD is recommended for some road conditions. Mount Isa is the nearest town with services.

What is the population of Lawn Hill? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in the Lawn Hill locality, reflecting its remote outback character.

Is Lawn Hill a good place to visit? +

Lawn Hill and Boodjamulla National Park are considered one of Queensland's great outback experiences, offering gorge canoeing, walking trails, world-class fossil sites, and rich Waanyi cultural heritage. The park has reopened in stages from July 2025 following significant flood damage in 2023.

What is the postcode for Lawn Hill? +

The postcode for Lawn Hill, Queensland is 4825.