Visit Outback NSW

Silverton, originally called Umberumberka, came into existence in the early 1880’s, proclaimed as a town in 1883, the same year it got a post office, and within a few years support a population of 3,000 people.

The area of the Barrier Ranges was bustling with activity as mining claims spread throughout the area as many sought their fortunes from mining.

The township established itself to service the miner’s needs and it location was due to the flat land and water supply.

With the emergence of mining in Broken Hill in the late 1880’s, the residents began to leave Silverton for the booming activity of Broken Hill – in fact many didn’t just leave, they actually moved their houses as well to the new centre.

Today, Silverton is the most lively ghost town there is… in fact,  the Silverton Hotel at the Burke St corner has been used in films as diverse as Wake in Fright, Mad Max 2, A Town Like Alice, Hostage, Razorback , Journey into Darkness and Golden Soak.

A drink at the historic pub is a must for any visit as is the Silverton Pioneer Museum, the Gaol and Court House and the various local galleries.

Here is a true Outback experience and you can return to the comfort of Broken Hill feeling no pain or hardship at all.