Booubyjan is a rural locality in the Gympie Region, Queensland, Australia.

[1] Booubyjan is approximately 250 kilometres (160 mi) NW of Brisbane.

[3] It was founded in the early 19th century by the Lawless brothers, Clement and Paul.

[4] The town's name is believed to be an Aboriginal word, probably from the Waka language group, indicating turn back, which was originally used as the name for a pastoral run.

[3] Land in Booubyjan was open for selection on 17 April 1877; 63 square miles (160 km2) were available.