Within Wirrulla itself there isn't exactly a lot to do. Wirrulla is however an ideal staging point for outback travellers wishing to venture into the rugged Gawler Ranges. For those travellers heading west to Port Augusta there is an alternative route as far as Iron Knob via the Gawler Ranges.This journey is made via an unsealed Road. We have done this journey in the reverse direction and recommend you read our Iron Knob to Wirrulla story should you be contemplating travel in this area.

Local people in the Wirrulla area also travel north to Glendambo, Coober Pedy, and even as far north as Alice Springs via the "Kingoonya Road."Should you wish to take the "Kingoonya Shortcut" to the Northern Territory be prepared to drive over 300 kilometres on dirt roads which are sometimes very rough (check before continuing) before you rejoin the Stuart Highway near Glendambo. Please note that at Kingoonya you can get diesel unleaded fuel at all times as it is a 24 hour fuel stop which works on debit cards and hotel is open for hot food cold drinks and has basic motel rooms. After resting you can continue on to Coober Pedy via Goss road to highway or drive to Glendambo to meet up with the Stuart Highway

When travelling through these outback areas travellers would be wise to observe all normal precautions. Currently roads to the north of Wirrulla are in fair condition, however this can quickly change. For safety reasons you should always carry a spare tyre, a puncture kit and plenty of water. In recent times vehicles in poor condition have been traveling this road in increasing numbers. If traveling this road you are advised to have a reliable vehicle - one that can handle a lot of shaking and rattling! Please note mobile phone services do not work out along the Kingoonya road. For those of you with UHF Radios, use channel 3 south of Lake Everard, and channel 4 to the north.