The Outback Way extends 2,750km from Laverton, Western Australia to Winton, Queensland via central Australia.  As a self-drive route it passes through central Australia’s deserts, Ayers Rock, The Olga’s, Alice Springs and a host of fascinating places of interest.

The Outback Way is made up of seven inter-connecting roads including The Great Central Road (WA); Tjukaruru Road, Lasseter Highway, Stuart Highway and Plenty Highway (NT); and Donohue Highway and Min Min Byway (QLD).  Collectively these are THE OUTBACK WAY.

There are very few road signs in outback Australia and many of the Outback Way’s places of interest are sometimes not so easy to find.  Then again, it wouldn’t be an outback adventure without an element of surprise!  The adventurous traveller has plenty to discover, and the less adventurous traveller can safely prepare their outback journey using this website, the brochure and the Guidebook!  

The best time to travel the Outback Way is during the cooler months from April to October.  The route passes through ten bioregions that are each characterised with a unique combination of flora, fauna, geology and landscape characteristics. The route is also home to some of Australia’s most iconic scenery including Ayers Rock, the Olga’s, Peterman and MacDonnell Ranges and Australiana relics aplenty.

There are over thirty interpretive panels at stopovers and places of interest that provide travellers with local knowledge of heritage, natural and cultural insights.  The Outback Way is also home to The Outback Way-finder Geocache Trail, the World’s longest treasure hunt where a handheld GPS enables travellers to locate thirty four caches hidden at places of interest along the Outback Way.  

There are intermittent towns, communities and roadhouses that provide much needed supplies, hospitality and accommodation as well as roadside rest bays and campgrounds for a short rest or overnight stay.  There are also many bush camping opportunities for travellers who prefer ‘camping out’. 

Travellers along the Outback Way should aim to travel safely knowing the outback can be a harsh and rugged place.  This website provides a range of information and checklists that will help traveller’s prepare for the adventure that awaits. Those who seek shall the reap the rewards -  provided they are prepared!

The Outback Way offers travellers the opportunity to enjoy some of Australia’s icons as well as life in the outback, remote and rugged landscapes and an adventurous journey travelling across outback Australia. The Outback Way is all about the journey and enjoying the unspoilt wonders of Australia’s central deserts and remote outback.