Heading to Cape York beginning July

Submitted: Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 03:52

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Twinkles

What condition is the road and crossings on the Old Telegraph Rd now. Going with 3 other cars. I'll be towing my camper. All well equipped.

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Reply By: Member Al (Sunshine Coast) - Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 09:07

Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 09:07

Hi Twinkles, the best, authoritative and most up-to-date website that I know of for Cape York roads is Cook Shire Council.

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Allan

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Follow Up By: Twinkles - Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 09:44

Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 09:44

Thanks, I have looked at that. I was hoping for some live experience and any areas to be careful of, particularly with a trailer.

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Follow Up By: Member - John G- Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 09:53

Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 09:53

G'day Twinkles

Keep an eye on 'you tube' - folks sometimes get their pics up pretty quickly, but if nothing else, you will see most crossings and many with pics of folks towing campers.

Cheers
John

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Reply By: rumpig - Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 17:44

Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 17:44

some pretty current pics here of some guys off of another forum... http://forums.overlander.com.au/viewtopic.php?t=70649
they were doing a Misers trip, where they set a limit of $3000 (not set in stone) to buy their vehicles and for fuel usage on the trip.

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Reply By: eighty matey - Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 18:35

Monday, Jun 20, 2011 at 18:35

Hi Twinkles,

if you have a well prepared vehicle and trailer the Old Telegraph Line is not too hard. Nolans Brook is probably the deepest crossing and the one that catches out the most people.

Gunshot has plenty of options for everyone so have a look at it, at least. Canal Creek can be tricky on the exit. All the crossings are different.

Take your time and watch others go through the crossings, if you can. If you go up there during the school holidays, expect it to be fairly busy.

The main roads are generally in good condition and you'll find grader crews everywhere.

Have fun and enjoy your time there. Wish I was heading up there now.

eighty matey.

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