AN alternative route to the historic Robe Obelisk is being explored by the Robe District Council.
Expert opinion about the instability of the cliffs on which it rests prompted council to restrict vehicular access a few months ago.
As a result, pedestrians now face a 600 metre round trip from the nearest vehicle car park at the Old Gaol.
In a report to council, chief executive Roger Sweetman said he had contacted the State Government’s Crown Lands Department.
Mr Sweetman said he wanted to ascertain their requirements in relation to obtaining approval to construct alternative road access to the Robe Obelisk.
He said the new road could pass through the Crown land on the northern side of Obelisk Road.
“I have been advised that this request has been forwarded to the Crown Solicitor as the land in question has significant Native Title considerations,” Mr Sweetman said.
“I have yet to receive a response.”
The red-and-white stone navigational guide has been a Cape Dombey landmark since it was erected 160 years ago.
