ROAD MAPS

Hello Terry

You should be able to get the map/maps/atlas suitable for your needs via the Exploroz Shop before you go ...or try the local bookshop or camping store - typically they have a good range (though don't know where you live so maybe this option doesn't exist).

Larger service stations (and many of the smaller ones) will have maps as well so if for some reason you wish to delay your purchase until the trip you should be able to get one for the area you are in at least. I would however be tempted to suggest you get the maps you need before you leave - potentially slightly cheaper than a servo out in woop woop, more choice and one less thing to "worry" about (and remember the 6 "Ps").

As far as what specific maps you may need - cant really help as out of my territory...Hema make a good road/4x4 atlas - maybe all you need for this trip and any others you do. They also have annotated (e.g. fuel, accommodation info) maps of various areas (e.g. Cape York) if the atlas isn't suitable. There maybe other options. Others will hopefully inform.

Cheers
Greg

Try your State auto group, NRMA, RACV, RACQ etc

I remember the days when a stand of state maps was on the counter of every servo! On the back of the map was the complete map of Australia. All they sell now is Petrol, Pies and Pepsi! Going back then you could even get your car fixed there! Believe it or Not !!! Michael

Yes you can buy Hema/UBD maps at service stations; but not all service stations sell them, and those that do may not have the complete range. We recently travelled NSW, SA, NT and QLD and were able to get maps for all.
Lynton

Bread, milk, laundry detergent, mars bars, chips, various hygiene products, all varieties of magazines, hundreds of items are available at your friendly servo.
But please don't hold your breath while you look for anything vehicle related!!!!!!!!

I get mine from NRMA, or the tourist information centre.

On dash GPS

The Hema Aust road and 4wd Atlas is excellent. Ours is a few years now but has accompanied us on every trip as both an adjunct and backup to OziExplorer. Its made from good heavy paper so wont fall apart like folded paper maps tend to do. Also maps are in colour and the A3 size means they are easy to read. Available on this site - see the link near your post.

Cheers,

Val.

Tourist Information places, which you will find in most towns of any reasonable size, usually have a good selection of maps for the state you are in, and they are FREE ! Happy travelling.

My wife has just come back from shopping and has an arm load of maps, atlas's and other traveling stuff.
Also bit the bullet and purchased a copy of Hema Australia Road and 4WD atlas. That should arrive in the mail soon.
If we get lost now it will be our own bloody fault...lol Or I could blame it on being an old fart......It's my birthday today. Got some socks, lotto and a yummy bottle of Glenfiddich. MMM ..that will be nice after tea down the track some where, around a camp fire maybe.

Thanks everyone for your input and advice. Much appreciated I assure you. You never know, we may meet on an outback track some where next year.
Safe travels and have a very merry Christmas and wonderful 2014.

T & C