MUST READ: You are strongly encouraged to read the following
articles prepared by the knowledge experts at ExplorOz for your safety and preparation before undertaking any published ExplorOz Route-
Outback Safety,
Outback Driving Tips,
Outback Communications, and
Vehicle Setup for the Outback.
TIP | Please refer to Road Reports published by the local shire and/or main roads for the area you intend to visit. Road/Track conditions can change significantly after weather events. Travellers must be responsible for their own research on current conditions and track suitability. |
Parts of the track will be the subject of closure due to weather, fire or other events and will need to be monitored by anyone immediately prior to and during any use of the track. You will not be able to access a mobile phone network on some sections of the track.
If wet, do not attempt this track solo and always carry recovery equipment.
Be prepared to encounter logging/mining/farming trucks at any time along the track….they are bigger than you…(there is also possible stock movement along the roads/tracks…stop and enjoy the experience). Be aware that DRA,
Water Corp and mining gates/signs may change access at any time.
Carry recovery equipment and if wet do not attempt solo.
Permits
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No permit is required to travel this route however when entering any national park or state forest you must abide by any travel restrictions particularly if near a DRA or Prescribed Burning Operations are imminent. You need to be aware of Water Corp restrictions in any area you may be travelling through as well as fire restrictions. There will be seasonal closures on some parts of the track due to weather and other events and you must make prior checks for any closure information.
Fuel Usage
| Diesel | ULP | LPG |
|---|
| 4cyl 15 litres | 4cyl 17 litres | 4cyl 21 litres |
| 6cyl 16 litres | 6cyl 19 litres | 6cyl 19 litres |
| 8cyl 16 litres | 8cyl 18 litres | |
Usage is averaged from recorded data (* specific to this route) and calculated based on route distance.
Best Time To Visit
Closest Climatic Station
Harvey
Distance from Route Mid Point 21.75km W
| | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|
| Mean Max. °C | 31.1 | 31.1 | 29.2 | 24.7 | 21.5 | 18.4 | 17.2 | 17.6 | 18.5 | 21.3 | 25.0 | 28.5 |
| Mean Min. °C | 15.6 | 16.1 | 14.8 | 12.2 | 10.5 | 8.3 | 7.4 | 7.5 | 8.4 | 9.6 | 11.8 | 13.5 |
| Mean Rain mm | 13.3 | 11.0 | 14.6 | 49.7 | 111.9 | 147.3 | 149.5 | 130.9 | 113.9 | 48.2 | 40.3 | 19.1 |
Best time to travel Ok time to travel Travel NOT recommended 