Oodnadatta Track

The Oodnadatta Track follows an old railway line and telegraph route between Marree and Marla. It passes William Creek, Lake Eyre South and the Wabma Kadarbu Mound Springs. In dry weather most vehicles can do it, but rain makes it hard going. It suits experienced outback drivers.

The stops

1. Start

   Marree

2. Town

   Marree

   Start of the Track; fuel

3. Lake

   Lake Eyre South

   Distant salt lake viewpoint

4. Landmark

   The Bubbler (Wabma Kadarbu Mound Springs)

   Mound springs near Coward Springs where artesian water bubbles up in the desert

5. Town

   William Creek

   Tiny outback settlement with a pub and scenic flights over Lake Eyre

6. Town

   Oodnadatta

   Pink Roadhouse, fuel

7. Town

   Marla

   Meets the Stuart Highway

8. Finish

   Marla

Where to stay

• Night 1

  William Creek

  Pub and campground

• Night 2

  Oodnadatta

  Pink Roadhouse camp

When to go

Apr to Oct; summer is hot and unsealed sections can be impassable after rain

On the road

Unsealed; 4WD recommended and essential after rain. Check road conditions with the SA Government before departing; carry fuel, water and spares.