Desert Raid 2027 - Mt Elvire Homestead - 14 August 2027
Posted: Sun 16 Aug, 2026 12:50 pm
Hello Slackers,
A small group of us are going for a ride... with an open invite for any like-minded Adventure Riders to meet up there.
As per previous Desert Raid gatherings, you need to be self sufficient as nothing is provided. Do your own research on track conditions and make your own decision if you have the skills/preparation to undertake the ride.
At this stage, we're going to camp at the Mt Elvire Homestead. Coordinates 29°22′0″S 119°36′0″E
The nearest fuel is available at Menzies (24/7 using debit card) 199km to the East of the Homestead; Paynes Find, 294 km to the West; or Southern Cross, 243km to the South
The Border Run is on Sat 7 Aug 2027.
Some information about Mt Elvire Station can be found here;
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Elvire_Station
See you on the other side!
A small group of us are going for a ride... with an open invite for any like-minded Adventure Riders to meet up there.
As per previous Desert Raid gatherings, you need to be self sufficient as nothing is provided. Do your own research on track conditions and make your own decision if you have the skills/preparation to undertake the ride.
At this stage, we're going to camp at the Mt Elvire Homestead. Coordinates 29°22′0″S 119°36′0″E
The nearest fuel is available at Menzies (24/7 using debit card) 199km to the East of the Homestead; Paynes Find, 294 km to the West; or Southern Cross, 243km to the South
The Border Run is on Sat 7 Aug 2027.
Some information about Mt Elvire Station can be found here;
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Elvire_Station
See you on the other side!