Welcome Fun & Dean - how about you guys post something up in the new member section aboiut yourselves. JIM JIM FALLS KAKADU NT. The Southport Lagoon four-wheel drive track is a rocky track, totalling approximately 6 kms in length. For a break from driving, do not miss the popular Banksia boardwalk and walking track. Just beyond The Pool is Point Sir Isaac a little spur that defines Seasick Bays eastern-most projection, at the other end are the granites that buffer against the wild seas of the Bight and the Southern Ocean. On the beach with pink sand at Hutt River. Grab a vehicle permit - permits are mandatory on Moreton Island 4WDing. If you are after a range of 4WD tracks through the WA bush, Julimar is the place to go. The 660 km former cattle droving route roughly runs from Kununurra to Derby. The tracks range from mild to wild, and the scenery is unreal. There have been plenty of vehicles lost to waves, and just as many rolled over on the beach that has been chopped away by waves. There are also water crossings, with depths depending on how far into the dry season (May to November) you are travelling. There are lots of 4WD tracks around Hutt River and Port Gregory, and its a great place to spend some time exploring. Along the Esplanade, youll find a wide range of great restaurants and cafes to suit all budgets. Arthur Highway to Copping, then left into Marion Bay Rd. We will help get you off-road at Hervey Bay. Enjoying the Holland Track with a few mates. As for 4wding great 4wd around Daly heads, which is next door or South of Gleesons landing. Thankfully the waters here dont have the full forces of the sea crashing into them, so wave carnage wont be a concern if you got bogged. Lynton station, or Linga Longa is an awesome private camp ground not far from Port Gregory and the Hutt River. This site is a list of walks, not a walking guide. It has lovely alpine scenery as is a favourite location for skiing. The 4WD trail continues from the western point of Seasick a short distance south-west in amongst the granite rocks where on another visit I witnessed a family of emus emerging from the nearby scrub and walk to the waters edge and take a sip from the Southern Ocean you see some bizarre stuff here. It is very popular over holidays and long weekends, but there is plenty of room. A row of around a dozen campsites are perched on a low brow of limestone covered in a Mallee-eucalypt woodland and nestled nicely out of the wind, with one of the best views in the park looking east across the bay to the sentinels of Marble Range, Mt Dutton and Mt Greenly. Dont be surprised if you encounter a family of emus along the way as they are a regular feature of the local roads. Do not drive on the salt pan birridas. If so, this is most likely a mates 79 series with a custom tray on the rear. There is rubber matting on parts of the 4WD track. They are beautiful, but go prepared! 4WD Tour 5. by Jane and Michael Pelusey | May 20, 2021 | Destinations: WA. It has incredible views over a mine and the town itself, and is one of the few mountains you can drive up. . JavaScript is disabled. Theres a heap of 4WD tracks around Margaret River that go to various beaches and through amazing forests. Petrol stations are also quite frequent but wed still recommend fuelling up before heading out for a day one the tracks. Latest change. The 90 Mile Beach OHV Trail is used as a scenic highway for 4WD vehicles. The view onto Cheynes Beach is incredible. If you are a walker the Black Rocks hike is a good thing to do. It is accessed either from Fisheries Road, or from the north via Balledonia. Yep, theres a few all mentioned in this post. Yeagarup is my favorite beach driving destination that isnt too far from Perth. Western Australia is the second biggest state in the world so there is lots of remote land and many dirt tracks out there to explore. Weve also included a trip plan with the top 4WDing tracks within the area so all you need to do is hire a 4WD and hit the road. There are tracks taking you around the dam itself, along with lots of technical driving and difficult sections further out from the water. If you were paying attention you would have also seen a sign on the left pointing to Gunyah Beach. If youve got a few more days, Fraser Island makes for the ultimate Hervey Bay 4WD trip extension! This takes some time to do, but is completely worth while doing. You will need to stock up on fuel and other supplies before heading into the park though. Easy as you like. Before undertaking any walk, consult the references provided. If youre new to 4WDing in the Otways, there is a tour available that teaches you how to prepare your vehicle and you have a guide who will point out things of interest along the Otways 44 track. I would be looking at some light truck (non negotiable) and all terrain if possible. Tangalooma Resort Dolphin Feeding 2. Download theOtways Camping Guidefor information on camping spots including where free camping is available. North of Broome lies Cape Leveque, a brilliant piece of country. beach run. Camping is hugely popular here, as it's the first place you can get to in the national park with Caravans that is actually reasonably suitable. Thanks for the great list of location, if I have a chance, I will come to one of all at least. Tim's Thicket. Think restricted visitor numbers, untouched fishing locations and some of the best beaches in the country. Cheynes Beach and Waychinicup National Park have some great 4WDing with spectacular views. For the majority of this track, you will need to engage low gear, high range and travel very slowly. The fortunes of raring horses were in decline with the advent of mechanisation and eventually the enterprise became unprofitable, the lease relinquished and the National Park became a reality, leaving a wild mob of horses roaming around. Avoid driving in around sunrise and out around sunset. All vehicles (including but not limited to cars, motorbikes, quadbikes, side-by-sides) must be registered and all drivers must be licensed when driving in reserves. But thats what the minders in Government want us to do now, so you can find a campsite via this link. Camping is available within the park or head back to your Hervey Bay accommodation. Here youll find miles of sheltered, picture-perfect white sand beaches. If beautiful beaches, epic 4WD tracks and untouched fishing is your thing, Bremer Bay is for you. Kalbarri has a couple of spots you can go 4WDing Wittecarra creek and along the Murchison River. The Mundaring Powerlines Track is quite likely the most popular serious 4WDing close to Perth. There can be seasonal road closures so make sure you check before you go to see if there are any that will affect your 4WD Otways trip. Once at the beach youve got a couple of options, a turn to the right wont take you too far towards Almonta Beach before you run out of driveable beach. Photo: Tourism Tasmania & Joe Shemesh Ben Lomond is a jewel of a national park rising over 1500m. . Before undertaking any walk, consult the references below. Speak with the friendly & knowledgeable staff at one of the local, accreditedVisitor Information Centresabout the best Otways 4WD tracks. Weve been there a number of times, and it is pretty incredible, but its always busy. These 4WDing tracks can all be completed as half or daylong trips from Hervey Bay. Sunset on the Chamberlain gorge boat tour. The Blue Lagoon 10. A GPS is also a good idea to help navigate around the park. Wagoe is just a few km north of Lucky Bay, and is a running station. Hervey Bay is a small and unpretentious town located just under 300kms north of Brisbane. Theres more 4WD tracks around Shark Bay than youd explore in weeks of being there. Exploring the 4WD tracks in between Balingup and Nannup. Lower your tyres especially for the run into Francois Peron. up hill 4wd track View trail Jackson River Save to a List Off Road near Jackson Bay, West Coast (New Zealand) WhiteE Distance 14.05mi Elevation + 902f TrailRank 17 Easy gravel road, beautiful scenery and excellent camping and fishing spots. Theres more 4WD tracks on both the east and western side of town than you could explore in weeks. Jane Pelusey Shark Bay Get the latest news from thewest.com.au in your inbox. To get to the National Park from Coffin central simply take the Esplanade all the way around following the Oyster Walk to the park entry via Long Beach Road or follow the signs past the Coffin Bay Hotel. It is slippery when wet. If you want to get to the western most point of Australian mainland, you need to take the 4WD track out to Steep Point. Shelter Bay, in contrast, is a peaceful bay with perfectly white beaches with great camping areas. It has a great river running through the area, and a lot of tracks that will have even the seriously set up 4WDs grasping for traction! Bay of Islands Sightseeing tour is specially designed . A lot of the tracks are easy gravel ones, but there are some very technical hill climbs and nasty bog holes. There are some fantasticOtways 4WD tracksjust waiting for you to jump in the car and explore. C'mon guys, Head over to the new member section and give us a shout. Turning left and onto the beach stretches the Seven Miles, a broad curving part of the bay adjacent to the Thorny Passage Marine Park. Theres over 75 miles of white sand beaches to explore as well as rainforests and inland 4WD tracks. StepScape is a work in progress, currently showing 2,211 of an estimated 3,000 published bushwalks in Tasmania. There are lots of 4WD tracks around the place to amazing gorges, along with plenty of beautiful places to explore. Warroora Station is another farm located right on the water, and has been set up for camping. The observant amongst you will notice right through this section a grove of Quandong trees and in spring theyre ripe for the picking, just ask the emus! Halfway between Denmark and Albany on the South Coast, this triangular shaped peninsular is the southernmost place in Western Australia. On your way out to Monkey Mia, theres a number of tracks that go into Francois Peron National Park, but from the other side. It is remote, and is closed after heavy rain. The 4WD interest starts again in earnest via Yangie Bay where the first official formal campsite is located, recently renovated and complete with stunning views and facilities limited to long-drop toilets, some shelter pavilions and walks around the bay's shoreline. There's 4WD tracks through the forest, coastal tracks and plenty of beach driving. Just north of Hamelin Bay lies a great 4WD track that takes you to a beautiful, pristine beach. Weve a great range of off-roading 4WD vehicles to choose from. Park near toilet block. We spent a solid week exploring a heap of them, and writing about those that are most enjoyable! Native Mammal Life - November to February 10. You can also drive from Coral Bay to Yardie Creek (near Exmouth) along the coast, and for a quick trip 5 Finger Reef is stunning. Camping is permitted at the waterholes (permit required). Learn more about these awesome activities that are fun for the whole family on our Top 10 Things to Do in Hervey Bay blog. The reef runs about 280kms along the coastline from Coral Bay to Exmouth and lies as close as a hundred metres to up to 7kms from the shore. The first 4WD track in Francois Peron National Park takes you to Big Lagoon, and its another spectacular place. Some tracks require special authorisation, available from local PWS offices. To get right to the top of the National Park, youll need well deflated tyres, and be prepared to take it easy in some soft sections. Marion Bay is uniquely Australian, abundant in wildlife and right on the toe of this peninsula, a tiny township 7km from the entrance of Innes National Park. Top North Island 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours: See reviews and photos of 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours in North Island, New Zealand on Tripadvisor. Well worth a look! Mate I live in Lemon Tree Passage and get out as often as we can. Harridge Track walk. The World Heritage-listed Fraser Island sits just off the coast to the east, making the water perfect for swimming, sailing, water sports and fishing. It looks like a small area on the map but takes some time to get to each peninsula. Sign up for our emails highway at Crystal Springs (12km west of . Spend a couple of nights at the relaxed Rainbow Beach and check out the great 4WD tracks in the Great Sandy National Park. Rolling over the last hill, you go past a lookout to the north, and Sarah spied a track that looked like it would take you to the side of shell beach, so we turned around and checked it out. Track Trailer Topaz Murranji. Its a lot like Morgans, a view across the bay this time toward Gallipoli Beach. The off-road track starts just a ten-minute drive from the town of Pilbara in Tom Price. Bream Creek runs out to sea here, and you may need to paddle or loop south to reach the beach. However, if you'd prefer to spend more time at each location, turn this list into a circuit starting and finishing at Hervey Bay. If your tyres are down, and you are looking for a short track, head to the carpark for Lagoon Creek, and turn right at the tee junction on the gravel. North of Fiddletown. All forms of collecting including fishing are prohibited. Continue on roadway back to start. Many of these waterholes are fed by gushing waterfalls that sooth-tired hiking muscles. Shark Bays pristine waters are protected by two peninsulas jutting out into the Indian Ocean. Track distance: Approximately 80kms total. The dust and sun become blinding along the hilly and winding track. It is worth a drive if you are stay. The track is steep in sections. Lake Jasper is a well known destination for camping, and has a number of 4WD tracks in the area that lead to the coast (and Black Point). Difficulty: Easy to moderate after wet weather. Check this out. 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