Finke to Uluru via Old Gunbarrel

Finke to Uluru via Old Gunbarrel
Finke to Uluru via Old Gunbarrel Map
Lambert Centre
Kulgera Roadhouse & Caravan Park
Walpa Gorge Walk (Olga’s)
Kata Tjuta
Curtin Springs
Ayers Rock Resort Campground
Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga
Kulgera
Johnston Geodec Centre
The rock ??
Kata Tjuta Lookout
Sandy Way Rest Area
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Finke (Aputula)
Mount Cavenagh Station
StartClick to Reverse the Dynamic Map and Driving NotesUluru (Ayers Rock)
FinishFinke (Aputula)
DifficultyDifficulty 2.5/5
Suitable ForAWD Motorbike 
Distance540.41 km
Minimum Days2
Average Speed77.4 km/hr
Travel Time6 hrs 58 mins 56 secs
Page Updated: 17 Dec 2021
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Description

For many visitors to the Red Centre the drawcard of Uluru & Kata Tjuta pulls visitors year round from all corners of the country. For many self-drive adventurers in this region you're likely to be enjoying the dirt roads and camping experiences that got you this far. If your route has you passing through Finke, you can pick up this back route that will keep you away from those accessing Yulara from Alice Springs 'til you're almost there. You'll also get to follow an old stock route, stand at the planimetric centre of Australia, and drive a short section of the Old Gunbarrel Highway before intersecting with the main road into Yulara, which is the Lasseter Highway.

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Preparation

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 Trek - Outback Safety, Outback Driving Tips, Outback Communications, and Vehicle Setup for the Outback.

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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.

Permits

Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park entry fees apply.

Fuel Usage

DieselULPLPG
4cyl 76 litres4cyl 87 litres4cyl 108 litres
6cyl 83 litres6cyl 88 litres *6cyl 95 litres
8cyl 83 litres8cyl 90 litres
Usage is averaged from recorded data (* specific to this trek) and calculated based on trek distance.

Best Time To Visit

June - November

Closest Climatic Station

Kulgera
Distance from Trek Mid Point 64.53km SE
 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Mean Max. °C36.935.532.127.922.618.918.922.026.930.233.235.0
Mean Min. °C22.021.518.113.88.95.34.96.711.214.918.220.3
Mean Rain mm28.836.831.513.412.316.212.48.915.922.125.032.8

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Directions

Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Lasseter Hwy/Uluru Rd & Kata Tjuta Rd
Driving: 11.4 km
Heading: 322°
Avg Speed: 82.8 km/hr
EST Time: 08:15
Lasseter Hwy/Uluru Rd & Kata Tjuta Rd to Yulara
Driving: 8.36 km
Heading: 345°
Avg Speed: 72.21 km/hr
EST Time: 06:56
  • Drive northwest on Uluru Road. for: 8.33 km time: 06:44
  • Make a sharp right toward Yulara Drive/Yulara. for: 0.03 km time: 00:12
Yulara to Curtin Springs
Driving: 85.26 km
Heading: 96°
Avg Speed: 95.58 km/hr
EST Time: 53:31
  • Drive east on Yulara Drive. for: 0.59 km time: 01:00
  • Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit, onto Yulara Drive for: 0.66 km time: 01:11
  • Turn right at the end of the road, onto Lasseter Highway for: 83.89 km time: 50:41
  • Turn left. for: 0.12 km time: 00:39
Curtin Springs to Lasseter Hwy & Mulga Park Rd
Driving: 11.65 km
Heading: 113°
Avg Speed: 93 km/hr
EST Time: 07:30
  • Drive southwest. for: 0.12 km time: 00:37
  • Turn left onto Lasseter Highway/A4. for: 11.52 km time: 06:54
Lasseter Hwy & Mulga Park Rd to Mulga Park
Driving: 66.25 km
Heading: 197°
Avg Speed: 102.83 km/hr
EST Time: 38:39
Mulga Park to Victory Downs
Driving: 141.44 km
Heading: 94°
Avg Speed: 93.97 km/hr
EST Time: 01:30:18
Victory Downs to Stuart Hwy & Old Gunbarrel Hwy
Driving: 24.73 km
Heading: 90°
Avg Speed: 4.81 km/hr
EST Time: 05:08:28
Stuart Hwy & Old Gunbarrel Hwy to Kulgera
Driving: 19.81 km
Heading: 30°
Avg Speed: 53.75 km/hr
EST Time: 22:06
Kulgera to Central Australian Railway, Kulgera Finke Rd
Driving: 12.87 km
Heading: 113°
Avg Speed: 81.77 km/hr
EST Time: 09:26
Central Australian Railway, Kulgera Finke Rd to Umbeara Station Turn Off
Driving: 31.24 km
Heading: 96°
Avg Speed: 91.76 km/hr
EST Time: 20:25
Umbeara Station Turn Off to Bloodwood Bore
Driving: 64.32 km
Heading: 75°
Avg Speed: 91.58 km/hr
EST Time: 42:08
Bloodwood Bore to Lilla Creek Station Turn Off
Driving: 1.97 km
Heading: 43°
Avg Speed: 92.33 km/hr
EST Time: 01:16
Lilla Creek Station Turn Off to Lambert Centre
Driving: 28.03 km
Heading: 20°
Avg Speed: 60.86 km/hr
EST Time: 27:38
Lambert Centre to Kulgera Finke Rd & Lambert Centre Tk
Driving: 12.94 km
Heading: 146°
Avg Speed: 59.7 km/hr
EST Time: 13:00
Kulgera Finke Rd & Lambert Centre Tk to Finke (Aputula)
Driving: 20.14 km
Heading: 64°
Avg Speed: 84 km/hr
EST Time: 14:23
Distance is based on the travel mode shown (Driving, Straight, Cycling, Walking etc), Direction is straight line from start to end, Avg Speed & EST Time is calculated from GPS data.

What to See

Uluru (Ayers Rock) - NT

Mountain,Peak,Hill,Rocks
Position: -25.34434 131.03514

Lambert Centre - NTOverall Rating: 5/5

Marker,Sign
Position: -25.60878 134.36153

Uluru Sunrise Viewing Area - NT

Tourist Attraction
Position: -25.36945 131.06324

No 3 Bore Ruins - NT

Place Name
Position: -25.72816 131.7283

Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre - NT

Gallery,Museum
Position: -25.35974 131.01726

Uluru Sunset Viewing Area - NT

Tourist Attraction
Position: -25.3347 131.004

Joseph Alexander McPharlin Lonely Grave - NT

Cemetery,Grave Site
Position: -25.6612 134.735

Kata Tjuta Lookout - NTOverall Rating: 1/5

Tourist Attraction
Position: -25.35266 130.7876

Kata Tjuta - NTOverall Rating: 4/5

Mountain,Peak,Hill,Rocks
Position: -25.30479 130.75404

Johnston Geodec Centre - NTOverall Rating: 1/5

Survey Marks
Position: -25.94701 133.2097

Facilities

Where to Stay

For those who still prefer to bush camp rather than take the luxury of the camp ground or more upmarket accommodation available in the tourist resort at Yulara you need to stay out of town a little and pick a spot off to the side. Ensure that you have passed the "No Camping Allowed" zone that is clearly signed along the Lasseter Highway and follow any of the tracks off the main road until you find a site you like.

Curtin Springs - NTOverall Rating: 3/5

Station Stay
Position: -25.31482 131.75635

Ayers Rock Resort Campgrounds - NTOverall Rating: 3/5

Caravan Park
Position: -25.23875 130.99009

NT-SA Border - NT

Free Camp
Position: -25.99846 133.1965

Kulgera Roadhouse & Caravan Park - NTOverall Rating: 5/5

Caravan Park
Position: -25.83992 133.29916

Services & Supplies

Curtin Springs - NTOverall Rating: 3/5

Station Stay
Position: -25.31482 131.75635

Mala Carpark (Uluru) - NT

Rest Area,Day Use
Position: -25.3431 131.02164

Yulara Dump Point (Free) - NT

Dump Point
Position: -25.22339 130.97546

Sandy Way Rest Area (24Hr) - NTOverall Rating: 1/5

Rest Area,Day Use
Position: -25.22028 131.22972

Wildflowers

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