Camper trailer to Cape York ?

Hi Darryl

iI have been to the cape 3 times and on all trips we towed a camper trailer up the telegraph track without any problems.
We were much more comfortable than people with us who tented it.
cheers Bill

Same same, just got back a few of months ago and every man and his dog had a camper trailer and yes they were up and down the old telegraph track, even the CREB track and the Frenchmans Track. Enjoy the trip every one should do it at least once in their live, we will be back again but spend more time up there this time.

Yes you can tow a trailer on the telegraph track but the chances of getting stuck in places like Nolans Brook increase exponentially. As long as you are very careful and accept the risk of a possible drowned vehicle and therefore ensure you have a quick recovery set up before you enter such creeks, you will be OK. Once you get off the telegraph track depending on where you want to go the risks of getting stuck may be high.The Pascoe crossing on the Frenchmans track is quite a difficult one without a trailer. Can it be done with a trailer?- sure can. Is it worth it?- in my view no.

Would I take a trailer to Cape York?- that depends. If I am going along the route I normally take for tours - absolutely not! If I am focused on a 4wd adventure or explorong- absolutely not. If I want a holiday more focussed on camping at great spots and doing some fishing etc, then yes I would.

Dazmit,
Did the Cape in August with 2 other vehicles and campers in tow and wives, kids etc. Vowed to do again next time with only mates, swags and a fridge etc. Trying to get 3 families (vehicles) and two camper trailers set up at twin falls camping area is a mission if all the big camp sites are taken. Lead vehicle with out trailler always up front as it could get out of tricky area/ road hazards due to having trailer.
When travelling every day it can be a bit of a hinderance? (pain in ass) but when up the top (punsand bay etc) and camped up for a week it was great.
It doesnt matter how you do the Cape as long as you get there and have fun doing it and stay at home talking about it.
Cheers.

Slide show of about 30 slides here.....

About 50% of those that we saw arrive at Cockatoo Creek with the intention of driving up the OTT, changed their minds then and there. But that is OK. There is still lots to see and do and lots of camper trailers with competent drivers make the journey.

Cheers,
Peter
OKA196 Motorhome.

Thanks all for your replies so far, food for thought and will have to make a decision about it sometime - will definately still be going either way.

Keep the comments coming.

Cheers

Darryl

Hi Dazmit,

Did the OTT last July/August with trailer in tow. No problems at all, however, you do need some experience as some of the crossings can be a bit of a challenge. Nolans is tricky, but can be done if you walk it and thoroughly check it out for the best route. Alternatively, camp at Twin Falls for a couple of nights and take a drive as far as Nolans and back without the trailer, then take the Development Road the rest of the way up. That way, you get to see it all without taking any chances. When we were there, they had already lost 17 vehicles at Nolans, so that's the one to be wary of.

Also did Frenchmans track with the trailer and yes, it is a challenge, but definitely do-able.

I guess it depends on your level of experience and how many in the convoy that can help with a recovery, should you get into problems. If I were you, I would definitely do the lower part of the OTT to Twin Falls. The top section is really up to you whether you give it a go, or just go for a look without the trailer. Either way, it's a fantastic trip and well worth the effort.

Cheers and enjoy the trip!
Gerry