Just a bit of a 'heads up' on fuel etc on the Oodnadatta Tk, especially for those on 'duel fuel'. Last place for LPG is at the Mobil at Leigh Creek, (not on main hwy, but near the shopping centre). From there, there are 3 fuel stops along the way to Dalhousie Springs.
1. Marree - (120 klms from Leigh Creek)
Has Unleaded & diesel & pretty expensive; we paid close to $2.30 per litre for ULP.
2. William Creek Hotel - (210 klms from Marree)
Again, has diesel & unleaded only; was $2.50 a litre when we were there.
3. The Pink Roadhouse Oodnadatta - (205 klms from William Creek)
Diesel & unleaded only.
The above are aprox distances staying on the main track & does not take into account any side trips along the way.
From the Pink Roadhouse, it is aprox 170klms to Dalhousie, depending which way you go & what you want to see along the way.
We went up the Oodnadatta a few years ago in July & had nice warm days, but freezing nights. It will be a bit warmer both day & night in September & possibly not quite as busy, as June/July/August seem to be the most popular time to head up there.
PS: From Melbourne, you are looking at close to 2000kays to get to Dalhousie & I suspect there will be some sections, especially from Oodnadatta to Dalhousie, where you may only be travelling no faster than 40 kph, so take that into consideration when planning the trip.
Cheers
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