Outback Road Warnings
Thursday 30 June 2022 @ 4.31 PM
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Before setting off or heading back, check the latest on open, restricted and closed unsealed roads. This information is updated regularly on our website. Also, check weather reports and forecasts for rainfall and flood warnings by visiting the Bureau of Meteorology.
Please select the section of road on the map below to gain further details about road conditions and the types of vehicles permitted to travel. Some roads may be restricted, however additional access is provided in certain situations – these details are provided in the notes.
For sealed road information, refer to Traffic SA for closures, roadworks, incidents and planned events in South Australia.
To report Road Hazards and Incidents please call 1800 018 313.
South Australian Outback Roads Temporary Closures, Restrictions and Warnings
For more information regarding the status of each road, please click on the road section on the map.
A larger map is available by clicking on the square below the map, and zooming in for greater detail. Satellite view is available by clicking on the square in the top right corner of the map.
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OPEN
Open to all vehicles
OPEN with warnings
Open to all vehicles, with caution
4WD / HV
Open to 4WD and Heavy Vehicles
4WD
Open to 4WD vehicles under 3 tonne only (no towing)
CLOSED
Closed to all vehicles
Please note: maintenance and resheeting patrols operate at numerous locations across the unsealed road network, speed and traffic restrictions are applicable at these work sites.
Relevant links
- Visit Outback Road Warnings - Special notices for information on unsealed roads not detailed on map, sealed roads, national parks, public access routes and local events.
- Check the latest National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia - Desert Parks Bulletin for information about access, closures, campgrounds and roads, before visiting South Australia's desert parks.
- Download the latest report on northern and western South Australian outback roads temporary closures, restrictions and warnings.
- Visit the My Licence website for safe driving tips for country driving.
Other useful Information
Roadworks, incidents and planned traffic reports:
SA national park and pastoral land:
- National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia
- Public access routes to pastoral land in South Australia (PDF)
Weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology: