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http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/parks/homeDESERT PARKS BULLETIN
NO. 434
3rd August 2012
Important information regarding future temporary change to Wabma Kadarbu Conservation Park access (see section).
Simpson Desert now open but no access/exit via the Warburton Crossing. *
If you decide to travel in the Outback, you should ensure your vehicles are properly prepared and equipped for outback travel and any emergencies or delays.
The use of trailers in the Simpson Desert is strongly discouraged, plus motor homes and caravans should never attempt this crossing .
. Serious damage can be caused to vehicles and the environment, and difficulties are likely to result. Take extra water, food and fuel supplies. Ensure good communications equipment, either HF Radio or Satellite Phone. Ensure you notify a responsible person, such as a family member, of your plans prior to travelling into remote areas, and seek local advice. *
If you attempt driving in sandy conditions and get bogged, do not attempt to get the vehicle out without ensuring 4WD and hubs are engaged, tyre pressures are decreased and sand is removed from the path of the tyres. If you become stuck, do not leave your vehicles to walk for assistance as this can have fatal consequences. *
Check road and weather bulletins and local conditions before travelling into the Outback Region. Speed limits of 40km per hour apply within all Parks. For up to date public road information outside of National Parks, please call the Transport SA Road Condition Hotline on 1300 361 033 or visit the Transport SA web site on Outback Roads Temporary Closures, Restrictions and Warnings Report has been moved... *
Be aware that entry to Desert Parks requires a day/overnight permit or a Desert Parks Pass that must be displayed on the vehicle windscreen.
WITJIRA NATIONAL PARK and the SIMPSON DESERT RESERVES
Check local conditions before travelling into this area. See the National Parks and Wildlife South Australia web site on Parks SA*-*Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources (DEWNR) for more information.* Please purchase a Desert Parks Pass or permit before travelling to Witjira.
The Witjira Co-management Board have approved that fire wood collection will not be permitted on Witjira in 2012, but wood fires will still be allowed.*In 2013, both wood fire collection and wood fires will not be permitted.*This does not apply to the Simpson Desert reserves in South Australia
Witjira National Park - Open to 4WD.
Drive with caution and to track conditions as tracks are over a fragile landscape and deteriorate rapidly.*Check local conditions before travelling. Please call the Desert Parks hotline on 1800 816 078 for further information.*A public phone (card only) is available at Dalhousie Springs. (Note: Phone cards not available at Dalhousie).*Camping is restricted to Dalhousie Springs, 3 O’clock Creek and Purni Bore.
Simpson Desert – Open to 4WD with caution
Access/exit to the Simpson Desert is via Dalhousie and Birdsville. No access/exit via Warburton Crossing.
Please check with local authorities or call the Desert Parks Pass Hotline on 1800 816 078. For information about access to the Queensland Simpson Desert, please contact the Wirrarri Visitor Centre on (07) 4656 3300.
The lake at the eastern end of the WAA line still has water in it. Vehicles are currently taking a long northern detour to get around this lake. It would be best to avoid this section of the WAA line until the water evaporates.
Warburton Track is overgrown due to past two years of vegetation growth and there is no vehicle access through the Warburton Crossing. The first few sand dunes west of the K1/Rig Road intersection along the Rig Road are difficult to traverse and may cause problems for drivers. Some salt lakes may have water in them so please drive around these to reduce the risk of becoming bogged. Carry extra fuel reserves as up to 50% more fuel may be used currently than a normal desert crossing.
The use of trailers in the Simpson Desert is strongly discouraged. Serious damage can be caused to vehicles and the environment, and difficulties are likely to result.
Warburton Crossing – Closed for 2012 due to flooding.
Munga-Thirri National Park (renamed Simpson Desert National Park in Queensland) – QAA Line will be closed from midnight 8th August to midnight 9th August due to feral animal control. The closure is essential for public safety.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hire of Communications Equipment
Satellite phones can be hired from Birdsville & Mt Dare. For further information call:
Wirrarri Centre* -** Birdsville* (61 7) 4656 3300**
Mt Dare Hotel*************** (61
8670 7835
*CONDITION UPDATES
As conditions change a further update bulletin will be issued. For further information on SA Desert Parks and Far Northern South Australian road and track access, please call the Desert Parks toll free hotline on 1800 816 078 or the Transport SA Outback Roads hotline on 1300 361 033.*
Alternatively contact local Police where applicable for condition updates. For travel communications, contact the Australian National 4WD Radio Network Inc on (61
8287 6222. *
