Is the road to Stokes Hill Lookout unpaved?
Australia, oceania
1.9 km
737 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, so you're heading to South Australia? You HAVE to check out Stokes Hill Lookout! Perched way up high at 737 meters (that's 2,417 feet!), this natural viewpoint offers seriously epic views.
Now, the road up there is a bit of an adventure. It's a 1.9km (1.18 miles) unpaved, rocky dirt track that winds steeply up the Flinders Ranges. Don't worry, you don't need a monster truck! Most 2WDs, AWDs, and 4WDs can make it, but definitely leave the caravan at home. The climb is only 71 meters total, but some parts get pretty steep, up to 9% grade!
Is it worth it? Absolutely! The summit has a small parking area and the views are completely breathtaking. You get a full 360° panorama of the Flinders Ranges National Park, including the iconic Wilpena Pound. It's a super popular spot, but trust me, the views are unmatched. And if you can time it right, watching the sunset from up there? Unforgettable!
Road Details
- Country
- Australia
- Continent
- oceania
- Length
- 1.9 km
- Max Elevation
- 737 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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