Underbool

Overview

Underbool is situated on the section of the Mallee Highway between Ouyen and the South Australian border. The town services the grain farmers and graziers in the area. For tourists it provides access to the Pink Lakes in Murray-Sunset National Park.

History

The town name is thought to come from the German word underbolt given to it by surveyor Dr Neumayer when he camped there in October, 1861. A Post Office opened on July 15, 1812 when a regular mail service was provided by the opening of the railway from Ouyen to Murrayville a month earlier.

Places of interest

Pink Lakes
Sunset National park
Grain and sheep farming
Underbool Golf Club

Accommodation

1 x hotel (pub accommodation)

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Town statistics

Population 217
Distance from Melbourne 490 kilometres, 304 miles and 5 hours driving time
Road access Mallee Highway

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