Can you do the Oodnadatta Track in a 2WD?

Although we’ve seen people travelling the track in ordinary vehicles, we really do recommend that you take a 4WD. Any 4WD will be better on this track than a 2WD sedan (or a Backpacker van!).

Is the road between Coober Pedy and Marree sealed?

This is a very scenic route, travelling through the spectacular Ikara-Flinders Ranges and past majestic Wilpena Pound. Roads are sealed until Marree.

Is the road to Roxby Downs sealed?

Not being located on or near to a major highway, Andamooka was once one of the most isolated towns in South Australia, but with developments surrounding Olympic Dam Mine and nearby Roxby Downs township there is now an all-weather sealed road extending 120 kms from the Stuart Hwy at the Pimba turn-off, past Roxby Downs …

Can you see Lake Eyre from Oodnadatta Track?

The quickest and easiest way to see Lake Eyre National Park is to drive from Adelaide to Roxby Downs, take the Borefield Track and then turn left at the T-junction with the Oodnadatta Track. Less than half an hour later, you’ll see Lake Eyre South.

Is Borefield road sealed?

The Borefield Road is an unsealed road in South Australia. It goes from near Olympic Dam Village to Bopeechee.

Is the Oodnadatta Track OK for caravans?

The Oodnadatta Track is a good grade, gravel road that is open ALL year round and is suitable for offroad campers and caravans (with care).

Is the road to Woomera sealed?

The remote towns of Roxby Downs, Woomera and Andamooka were isolated when the only sealed road, the Olympic Dam Highway, was washed out on Saturday.

How rough is the Oodnadatta Track?

It’s a well maintained gravel road, but washouts, sandy sections, potholes and corrugations can appear without warning, especially on the stretch of road between William Creek and Oodnadatta. The track was named by Adam Plate of the Oodnadatta Progress Association Inc.

Is the Borefield track open?

William Creek to Bopeechee – Open. Bopeechee to Roxby Downs (the Borefield Track) -Open.