Where does the Canning Stock Route start and finish?

The Canning Stock Route is a track that runs from Halls Creek in the Kimberley region of Western Australia to Wiluna in the mid-west region. With a total distance of around 1,850 km (1,150 mi) it is the longest historic stock route in the world.

Why is the Canning Stock Route closed?

COVID-19 AND PERMITS FOR THE CANNING STOCK ROUTE (CSR) CANCELLED IMMEDIATELY. The WA Government has issued Enforceable Directions to restrict access in and out of remote Aboriginal communities and Native Title Holders are exercising their rights in restricting access to Native Title Lands.

How hard is the Canning Stock Route?

The Canning Stock Route traverses extremely harsh arid terrain and sand dunes. Do not attempt this track unless you have extensive outback driving experience and a very reliable vehicle that is specifically prepared for long distance desert travel.

How much fuel do you need to do the Canning Stock Route?

Trek notes on this site states 400 to 470 litres of diesel for whole trip.

What is the terrain of the Canning Stock Route?

The Canning Stock Route is an icon in Australian 4WD culture. It’s the longest stock route in the world – an impressive 1,800 kilometres winding through unique terrain of the Gibson Desert, Little Sandy Desert and Great Sandy Desert.

Where does the Holland Track start?

The John Holland Track (4WD only) also starts in Broomehill, but then from the Hyden / Norseman Road north it follows a different route that is a real adventurer 4WD track.

Can you get fuel on the Canning Stock Route?

Once you’re on the track, you can only get fuel at Kunawarritji, about 1,000km from Wiluna, or arrange a fuel drop in advance with Capricorn Roadhouse.

Who made the Canning Stock Route?

surveyor Alfred Canning
Canning Stock Route established With Aboriginals as guides, 46-year-old surveyor Alfred Canning trekked north in 1906 to establish a route that would eventually bear his name. He was endeavouring to find a way by which East Kimberley cattle could be taken to southern markets.

Can you tow a caravan on the Canning Stock Route?

You’ll have to be prepared to camp along the Canning Stock Route as towing is a no go. The Traditional Owners of the land ask all travellers to keep the trailers at home to minimise the environmental damage on the land. Along the CSR there are several designated campsites.

How many sand dunes are on the Canning Stock Route?

How many sand dunes are on the Canning Stock Route? It’s a must-do for experienced Australian adventurers. The drive crosses 900 sand dunes, some of them higher than a three-storey building, and passes 51 wells.

Can you take a trailer on the Canning Stock Route?

Accommodation. You’ll have to be prepared to camp along the Canning Stock Route as towing is a no go. The Traditional Owners of the land ask all travellers to keep the trailers at home to minimise the environmental damage on the land.

Why was the Canning Stock Route built?

It was created as a stock route between the towns of Halls Creek in the East Kimberley and Wiluna in central Western Australia. The original purpose for the track was to bring cattle from the Kimberley region to the gold mining area around Wiluna.