Living Desert Sculptures
Twelve sandstone sculptures on a hilltop north of town, set against an endless desert. It's Broken Hill's classic spot for watching the sunset.
In 1993, sculptors from around the world gathered here for a sculpture symposium. Using sandstone blocks quarried nearby, they created twelve sculptures on the hilltop, which have since become a symbol of the city.
The sculpture area is in the Living Desert Reserve, about 12 km northwest of the city centre. You can drive up the hill, or walk up from the car park along a trail in about 20 minutes. At sunset, the silhouettes of the sculptures against the red desert are at their most striking, and the sunrise is also impressive. The reserve has wildlife and plant conservation areas and walking trails, where you may spot kangaroos and Sturt's desert pea in flower.
Entry requires a ticket. The gate closes shortly after sunset, so make sure to walk back down in time.
Opening hours
Open daily; closes approx. 1 hour after sunset
Nearby sights
- Pro Hart Gallery
- Broken Hill Mosque
- Broken Hill School of the Air
- Synagogue of the Outback (Broken Hill Synagogue)
- Silver City Mint & Art Centre (The Big Picture)
- Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery
- Sulphide Street Railway and Historical Museum
- Palace Hotel