Crossing the Nullarbor in July

Perth to Canberra $299.

Return $600.

By 4 is $2400

What's your time worth?

You'd have to consider the alternative to driving a thirsty vehicle.

Hi Eric,
It's been a bit over 12 months since I was out there on a border run. The Hyden-Norseman road can get sticky if it's had heavy rain, otherwise it's a good road used all the time by mining companies. Check with the Shire of Norseman for an update just before you go - it's worth the distance saved. On that road, The Breakaways (signposted) is a nice overnight campsite. Lake Johnson is ok, but a bit exposed.
Out of Norseman before Balladonia, Newman Rocks is nice. Worth checking with Mt Fraser station to see if they have overnight camping again (had closed it a while back). Beyond there, it's pretty bleak all the way to the border, but there are what they call 24-hour stops, meaning you can camp and there. The dunnies are pretty awful! There are the occasional outcrop of low trees near the highway which, if nothing else, give a sense of shade and shelter. These are popular sites, though, so they can be busy. Last one I camped at, there was a campervan load of European tourists with their sound system blaring into the night. But they did shut down when politely requested!
I tend to take one of the old tracks to the disused microwave sites so I'm well off the road, out of sight and away from the noise of trucks all night (keep your eye out for a tower, then the track in is usually directly at right angles to the highway).
The inexpensive campsite at the Amber Motel at Eucla is a nice break - good view to the sea, and they have desalinated water showers.
Usually, Mundrabilla and Eucla have the cheapest fuel.
Cheers,
Gerry

Hi Bob

Yes, we threw that idea around but its not just getting there, but the running around as well. Nothing better than having your own gear. Kids are looking forward to the trip as well and the cruiser has LPG.

Time, well, we dont spend enough of it together so no problem there and theres nothing like a road trip!!

Yes, it will be winter but hey, we are going to the snow. Beats dealing with the heat I reckon.

Thanks

Hi Ribz,

A visit to the whale watching areas at the Head of the Bight is a must - in July there should be cows with calves in there, and so close to land. magnificent. Sealed road in from the highway. Entrance fee not too bad either. Dress warmly though as it will be windy and take a thermos if you plan to stay for a while.

Cheers,

Val.

Sitting in the Eucla van park right now at $15/ double no power and just watched the sun set. Hey but I'm still on SA time so it set at 6.30 Magic!! Fuel here is 108 cents for LPG and 161 for ULP. Will be 80 and 136 in Ceduna. Pity you have to rush across for the snow though a regular traveller reckons the scrub is looking pretty good. It's like a bonsai garden...... W