The Bloomfield River Crossing – As most of you know the Bloomfield River causeway has been out of action on the Bloomfield Track since the first week of February this year and there has been ongoing speculation about the date of its’ much anticipated repair. I am pleased to report that the Cairns Regional Council has just announced that “Work on the rough, four-wheel-drive only temporary crossing will start next week as an initial stage of the works and is expected to be completed within two weeks.” So folks it looks like a temporary four wheel drive crossing over the river will be open by the end of May. Works will be ongoing as the permanent crossing is being constructed but council have promised to “allow limited 4WD access over the crossing on specific days and at specific times”. The Bloomfield Track is in great condition both sides of the crossing. We will try to keep you updated on the crossing times as they become available.
Those planning on travelling north from Cairns to the Lions Den Hotel, Cooktown and Cape York should remember that the picturesque inland Mulligan Highway is OPEN to all traffic at all times of day and may present a faster and alternative option for those travellers wishing to avoid delays at the Bloomfield crossing.
Cape York Roads – Most roads to the Cape are now OPEN. There is a 5 tonne limit at present on most parts but check the Cooktown Cape York website for all the latest up to date road conditions http://www.cooktownandcapeyork.com/cook/roads
