Lake Frome Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

The little things

The little things, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  Don't be overwhelmed by the vast horizons and endless landscape, there are many little things to see. This Lake Eyre Dragon isn't lost, it's not confined to just lake Eyre but lives throughout the arid region. The small vegetated islands in the lake provide refuges and... 

Wide skies

Wide skies, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  A landscape dominated by vivid and contrasting colours. 

Dingo Fence

Dingo Fence, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  The longest fence in the world, it runs through South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland. Mostly called the "Dog Fence" it was built to keep dingos out of sheep country. Many an Australian legend incorporates a reference to the Dog Fence. 

Life in the salt pan

Life in the salt pan, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  What is quite surprising is the number of ant colonies in the bed of the lake. Maybe the soil is mounded up around the entrance to stop the very rare waters of the lake from pouring in down their tunnels. But obviously the ants are finding enough to keep themselves going. 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Animals

Animals, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  Watch for emus along the track. When spooked they're just as likely to race off around the other side of the scrub and come out right in front of you. The same could be applied to kangaroos, although I didn't see any along the track. There were lots of their footprints... 

Dingo Fence

Dingo Fence, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  Longest fence in the world, the Dingo Fence runs along side the lake. The old and the new fences run close by. Don't forget to close the gates after you pass through. Unlike other gates in the outback, don't leave it open if you find it already open. 

Remote area travel

Remote area travel, Lake Frome

 1+1 Says:  This is a remote area and although the trip to the lake isn't particularly difficult, be sure you're carrying sufficient water and food in case the unexpected does happen and you are stranded for a while. Remember, shade as well as water is in short supply. 

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 A landscape dominated by vivid and contrasting colours. 

 

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Q:  I am wanting to travel by 4WD from Broken Hill to Northern Flinders Ranges via Lake Frome. What route do you suggest and are any... 

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A: I believe the links below with Maps may help you in finding your own... 

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Lake Frome

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 Lake Frome is a mostly dry salt pan with islands of salt tolerant vegetation. It's situated in the north-east of South Australia, east of the North Flinders Ranges. 

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