How Do You Select A Campsite In Outback Australia?
Where to camp is often a vexing problem in the Outback, especially if you are trying to find a camp as the sun is going down. Following are some tips and information on finding and setting up a decent camp. In the western half of the Australia there are often endless miles of Spinifex and campsites can be really tough to find. It is often best to get to a camp nice and early so you can set up and relax, rather than hoping to find a spot at last light. You are permitted to pull in and camp at roadside stops on the Stuart Highway, these are free. You can also camp 200 metres on either side of a gazetted unfenced road. It is ALWAYS polite to ask permission from lessees/landholders before setting up camp on private land. Check out the wind direction, select a campsite that is upwind from any road or track to avoid dust and noise from traffic. Look for a spot where you can light a fire where there is a clear area and ensure there is no leaf litter or combustible fuel around the fire as well
