Reserve List Canning Stock Route Trip (July/August 2026)

The trip is now fully booked! We’re blown away by the response — it was a record, with all spots filled in less than two hours!

We will now be taking names for the reserve list, so if you missed out and would still like to be considered, please let us know.

For those who secured a spot, we’ll be in touch soon with detailed information on what to bring and any specific requirements for the trip.

Thanks again for the amazing support!

Canning Stock Route Trip 31 July till 31 August

Duration: Approximately 4 weeks

Route: North to South (Billiluna to Wiluna)

Trip Manager:  Brad Lewis

Tail end Charlie: TBC

The Cockburn 4WD Club is planning a challenging and remote expedition along the Canning Stock Route, one of the most iconic and isolated 4WD tracks in Australia. This trip is scheduled for 31 July to  18 August 2026, subject to track accessibility. If the Canning remains closed, the trip will be deferred to 2027.

We will meet in Billiluna on the 31 July 12 o'clock we estimate the CSR to take 14 to 15 days and a 3 day trip home. So the expected end of the trip 18 August. 

Key Details:

• Strict limit of 10 vehicles 

• First-come, first-served basis for confirmed spots and the waiting list

• Eligibility: Open to full touring members only (must have completed at least one club day trip and one weekend trip)

• Permit fee: $295 AUD per vehicle (permits are non-refundable)

• No trailers allowed under any circumstances

Vehicle & Equipment Requirements:

• Minimum 1,000 km off-road fuel range – expect increased consumption due to dune travel

• Adequate water supply for extended remote travel

• Self-sufficient camping and recovery gear required

• Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) strongly recommended

• Medical supplies for personal use – a designated medical support vehicle will be included

• Spare parts specific to your vehicle must be carried

• Radiator protection recommended due to spinifex build-up; also bring tools to remove spinifex from underbody and radiator areas

• Each vehicle must carry 4 MAXTRAX (or equivalent recovery boards)

• Fuel in remote communities is not guaranteed – assume you may need to wait for resupply

• No children permitted – this trip is not suitable due to its remote and demanding nature

Pre-Trip Requirements:

• Mandatory vehicle technical inspection to confirm mechanical suitability

• Recovery gear checks will be conducted before the trip

• Pre-trip planning meetings will be held to cover:

  • Safety protocols

  • Route details

  • Communication systems

  • Equipment expectations

  • Emergency procedures

   

Important Reminder:

This is a serious and isolated expedition. All participants must be:

• Mechanically prepared

• Physically and mentally ready

• Fully self-sufficient

• Willing to work as part of a team in remote conditions

If you’re up for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure, please