Barrow Creek is approximately 280 kilometres north of Alice Springs. The Barrow Creek Telegraph Station was an essential part of the Overland Telegraph Line. Barrow Creek Telegraph Station Historical Reserve is set in 1 hectare.

A beautifully restored small telegraph station is set against the black of picturesque range. The Barrow Creek Telegraph Station was completed in the year of 1872 and acted as a vital link in the Overland Telegraph Line between Darwin and Adelaide. One can only wonder and admire the efforts of those involved in its construction in this harsh climate of the Tanami Desert.

John McDouall Stuart named the place after John Henry Barrow who was the founder of 'The Advertiser' news paper and a member of Parliament. In the 1880s Wycliffe Well started out as a watering hole, and it was from this that the modern day roadhouse/motel later developed plus the Wauchope Hotel. The latter dates back to 1938.



The famous attraction near Barrows Creek is the Devils Marbles, which are about 150 kilometres north of Barrow Creek. This is a collection of very large boulders which are delicately balanced, with Aboriginal mythology calling them the 'Eggs of the Rainbow Serpent'.

The Barrow Creek Races are held in August and involve races, campdraft and dance for all to enjoy.

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