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.
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. |
This is a very remote area and few people, if any, will be seen on this trek. No supplies are available once you commence the trek so you will need to be totally self sufficient and prepared for every contingency, including food, fuel, supplies, vehicle preparedness and emergency equipment.
Fuel is available at the town of
Norseman and at Balladonia and
Caiguna Road Houses. It is a minimum of 165 kms one way from Balladonia to
Toolinna Cove, plan your fuel needs carefully.
Norseman is the main supply town in the area, for food, fuels, vehicle repairs and servicing. It is 188 kms west of Balladonia Road House along the bitumised Eyre Highway. Balladonia Road House sells fuel and some limited supplies.
Caiguna Road house, 181 kms to the east of Balladonia Road House also sell fuel and limited supplies. Drinking water is not available at Balladonia or
Caiguna Road Houses; collect your supplies in
Norseman. Note Balladonia Road House is 27 kms west north west of Balladonia
Homestead, there is a danger of the two being confused by travellers.
A high clearance vehicle, especially a 4WD is highly recommended at all times, because rain could fall and leave you stranded. Crossing the grasslands/clay areas on the first half of the journey from Balladonia after rain could be treacherous, so extreme care should be taken.
Consider reading the communications and navigation articles on ExplorOz, as
well as topics like
outback survival,
first aid, itineraries & planning,
food & water,
recovery gear needs,
spare parts and tools, and tyres.
Permits
Permits are not required to travel in this area.
Fuel Usage
Diesel | ULP | LPG |
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4cyl 0 litres | 4cyl 0 litres | 4cyl 0 litres |
6cyl 0 litres | 6cyl 0 litres | 6cyl 0 litres |
8cyl 0 litres | 8cyl 0 litres | |
Usage is averaged from recorded data (* specific to this trek) and calculated based on trek distance.
Best Time To Visit
The area can be visited all year round, however the cooler months April to October will make for more enjoyable travel.
Closest Climatic Station
Balladonia
Distance from Trek Mid Point 43.64km W
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Mean Max. °C | 31.4 | 30.6 | 28.1 | 25.0 | 20.9 | 18.0 | 17.6 | 19.2 | 22.3 | 25.0 | 27.9 | 30.2 |
Mean Min. °C | 14.7 | 14.8 | 13.6 | 10.9 | 8.0 | 5.9 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 6.8 | 8.8 | 11.3 | 13.3 |
Mean Rain mm | 18.7 | 19.2 | 28.2 | 19.6 | 26.8 | 26.0 | 20.4 | 21.2 | 20.0 | 22.9 | 22.4 | 18.4 |
Best time to travel Ok time to travel Travel NOT recommended