It was being proposed to be constructed in the early 1930s,[2] and at stages was improved through the Stirling Range National Park.

[4] Passing through a series of local government areas, it has had a range of conditions that required levels of maintenance over time.

[8] Chester Pass is approximately 1.2 kilometres (0.75 mi) wide gap in the range.

A major intersection is encountered after 5.5 kilometres (3.4 mi) with Menang Drive prior to crossing the King River.

Just under 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) from the roundabout South Coast Highway branches off to the northeast at Bakers Junction.