RV TRAVEL
On the pillar itself , you can see the engraved initials and names of early explorers , including John Ross and Alfred Giles , both in 1870 . It is illegal to add to these historical markings .
Camping sites must be booked in advance . Fees are payable in cash , on site , with no change given : $ 4.00 / adult , $ 2.00 / child ( 5-17 years ), $ 10.00 / family ( 2 adults , 4 kids ).
Be sure to fit your 4WD with flags in order to alert others to your presence .
PALM VALLEY
While the distance between Palm Valley and Chambers Pillar would appear to preclude a connection between the two , they are , in fact , bound to each other by the Finke River .
For the 4WD adventure to Palm Valley , it is essential to note that there are two tracks in the park : the Palm Valley route is a challenge , but an experienced four-wheeldriver with a high clearance , low range vehicle and full recovery gear should be fine . A proper offroad camper trailer with excellent suspension may be towed to the Palm Valley campground .
The Finke River 4WD route is far more remote and challenging . A man died along that track as recently as 2020 . So take note of the two routes and make sure you head to Palm Valley ( and not Boggy Hole ).
A worthwhile stop going to , or coming back from Palm Valley , is at the Hermannsburg Historic Precinct , the home of Aboriginal artist Albert Namatjira ( and Carl Strahlow ). As you proceed , you will see one vista after another that no doubt inspired Namatjira ' s landscape paintings . Within 1km of Hermannsburg is the turn-off to Palm Valley ; stop to engage 4WD and lower your tyre pressure .
Palm Valley ' s scenery , vegetation and geology make it a very worthwhile trip .
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