On Saturday 22 July 2028, the afternoon sky over Outback NSW will be transformed by one of nature’s most remarkable events – a major solar eclipse.
At Trilby Station, near Louth on the Darling River, guests can experience this rare celestial event surrounded by wide-open landscapes, red earth, river country and the silence of the Outback.
Important information about the eclipse path
The path of totality will pass through parts of Western and Central NSW, including the Bourke region. At Bourke, the Moon is expected to completely cover the Sun for approximately four minutes from around 1:50 pm AEST.
Louth, however, is just outside the path of totality. It is expected to experience an exceptionally deep partial eclipse, with approximately 99.8 per cent of the Sun covered at around 1:51 pm AEST.
Because Trilby Station covers approximately 320,000 acres, eclipse conditions may vary across the property. The exact circumstances for individual Mud Map viewing locations will depend on their precise latitude and longitude.
Regardless of the final viewing location, the eclipse will be an extraordinary experience beneath the vast Outback sky.
Find your own place beneath the Outback sky
Rather than gathering in a crowded organised viewing area, guests at Trilby Station can explore the property and choose a secluded place to experience the eclipse.
Head out across the floodplains, find a quiet spot along the ironstone ridges, or settle beside the Darling River. With so much open country to explore, there is room to enjoy the event at your own pace, surrounded by the landscapes and wildlife of a working Outback sheep station.
The eclipse will take place during the afternoon, with the partial phase beginning at approximately 12:25 pm AEST, reaching its maximum around 1:51 pm, and concluding at approximately 3:08 pm.
The changing light, diminishing sunlight and unusual atmosphere will make this a memorable experience – whether viewed from the station, the river, the camping areas or one of the Mud Map Drives.
Stay at Trilby Station
Make the eclipse part of a genuine Outback station experience.
Accommodation options at Trilby Station include:
- Cottages and Shearers Bunkhouse accommodation
- Powered camping sites
- Riverside camping
- Home-cooked meals by prior arrangement
- Access to the station’s Mud Map Drives and secluded viewing locations
There is plenty to discover before and after the eclipse. Explore the station at your own pace, enjoy the wildlife and landscapes, take in the Darling River and experience life on a working Outback property.over before and after the eclipse too. Explore the station at your own pace, enjoy the wildlife and landscapes, and experience life on a working Outback property.
Safe solar viewing
Looking directly at the Sun during a partial eclipse can cause permanent eye damage. Approved solar eclipse glasses or other safe solar viewing equipment must be used throughout the partial phases.
Ordinary sunglasses are not suitable. Guests should follow recognised solar-viewing safety advice and use proper eye protection whenever looking towards the Sun.
Plan your Outback eclipse experience
A solar eclipse is a rare event, and July is a popular time to visit Outback NSW. Accommodation and camping availability at Trilby Station is limited, so early planning is recommended.
Stay for the eclipse, explore the station and experience the wide-open landscapes of the Darling River region.
Trilby Station
Louth, NSW – Darling River
Phone: 02 6874 7420