Burke and Wills Dig Tree, Colonial expedition site at Cooper Creek, Queensland, Australia.
A marked Coolibah tree stands on the northern bank of Cooper Creek, bearing carved inscriptions from the 1861 exploration party.
The tree gained prominence when William Brahe carved messages indicating supply locations for Burke and Wills during their 1860-1861 continental crossing.
This eucalyptus tree represents early European exploration efforts in Australia through preserved carvings and markings from the nineteenth century.
Visitors can access camping facilities, walking tracks, and an interpretive center while learning about the expedition through informational displays.
The adjacent Face Tree contains a carved portrait of explorer Burke, created by John Dick in 1898 to commemorate the expedition.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -27.62286,141.07561
Latest update: May 11, 2025 13:16
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