Minipa to Kingoonya through the Gawler Ranges and Lake gardiner

My info is out of date but we used to cruse the area in HR holdens an valiants

We came through there towing a caravan 12 months ago. The road was very good. Apparently it is well maintained because it is now a recognised short cut. I believe the pub at Kingoonya has been revived and they had plans for a basic caravan park there.

The road itself has a couple of rocky sections but is largely sand and smooth.

There are some beautiful natural meadows to camp in particularly in the southern half of the track. We stopped at about 2pm to set up camp because the campsites were irresistable. Then we saw more and wished we had time to stop a couple of more nights.

You will enjoy it.

Did it a few years ago with offroad van. Was a very good, easy road, and an interesting drive. Recommend a stay at Mt Ive Station. They will give you key to access Lake Gairdner on their property and that is well worth doing.

We did the track in late May and was in good condition .However can get a bit sodden between the lakes during rain .

Cheers dave

A lovely drive - and an alternative to the highway.