DeTour to the Gascoyne Murchison

Take a detour to Australia’s Golden Outback, and discover the endless, awe-inspiring wild wonderness
of the Gascoyne Murchison region.

This is real road trip country. It’s where you’ll discover the meaning of ‘wide open road’, along with the feeling that you just might be the only people for hundreds of miles, and thousands of years.

Out here, you’ll see more stars than you thought possible and meet characters you never dreamed existed. Out here, long, straight ribbons of road lead all the way to the distant horizon through miles of rich, red earth and endless vistas of wildflowers.
Out here is where you’ll immerse yourself in ancient culture, meet authentic outback characters, and form connections you’ll never forget. Stay at a working station, get lost in infinite night skies, and wake to sunrises that will take your breath away. Kayak the magnificent Gascoyne River, explore the back streets of abandoned goldmine towns, share a beer with the locals at the only pub in town.

From wildlife to wildflowers-out here it’s pure, wild freedom. So, start planning your detour to different–we can’t wait to see you ‘out here’!

At the end of the day, a warm welcome is priceless. Outback hospitality is famous, and it doesn’t get much warmer and more welcoming than in the Gascoyne Murchison. Along with a genuine welcome, you’ll get something much more intangible – a deeper understanding of the land you’re staying on, and the people who live there; the rare, unforgettable people that call the outback home. Your hosts will welcome you to their farms, their working stations and country homesteads, giving you the most authentic taste of outback life.

Discover more about West Australia Station Stays.

Download the free app before you head out.

Before you detour to different on the road trip of a lifetime, download the free Murchison GeoRegion app. This amazing app will show you the way to twenty-one geological sites of natural and cultural significance, along with background info, helpful tips and advice on how to get there, right there on your device, to help you while you’re on the road.

To make the most of your Gascoyne Murchison road trip, download the free app on either Apple or Google Play before you hit the road.

Embark on an extraordinary adventure,

There’s more to the Gascoyne Murchison than its awesome, ancient landscapes. Here, amongst the untamed beauty and wild landscapes, you can take in a unique event or experience like no other. Experience everything from celestial wonders to mouth-watering outback flavours, live entertainment, and the thrill of the outback track! So take a detour off the well beaten track and take in an experience you’ll never forget.

Heat can be extreme at Mount Augustus National Park and seasonal closures of trails are in place. For information, please read the DBCA Guide here. The ideal time to travel is between April and October.