Canning Stock Route

Hmm, we are going down the route the same way in the beginning of June, so was looking forward to some replies! Anyone out there??? There is a Facebook group on the Canning but there hasn't been much on there about track conditions this year. And I wonder if the flies are crook? They are painful here. Cheers and travel safe. Toni

I am currently out on the CSR - well in Newman at the moment after cutting across from Durba Hills for mechanical repair. But heading back on Saturday via the Talawana to Georgia Bore.

Not too many people out here at the moment.

Flies are numerous during the day but disappear on dark.

Weather pleasant during the day but very cool at night.

Fuel at Parngurr is currently $3.65 a litre. Store is well stocked and reasonably priced. Staff and residents very friendly.

Bottom half from Wiluna to Durba Hills (Well 17) is OK! Yes it’s got heaps of corrugations - but how bad depends on your expectations and previous experience. I personally don’t think they are too bad (correct pressure and speed will see you through).

I did a side trip from Newman to Desert Queen Baths then out to Parngurr. The Balfour Downs Road, Talawana Track and Jigalong Road through to Marble Bar bitumen is in great, we’ll maintained condition.

Travellers from the north have said the track down is in good condition - although spinifex is still a bit high, particularly into Breadon Hills.

As I said will be heading back out on Saturday after parts arrive on Friday and will add more info when I get to the top.

Cheers

Anthony

Thanks Anthony........ that all sounds encouraging!

See you along the track somewhere.

Cheers.
Sandy and Mark