Normal road rules apply on all Moreton island tracks and beaches - max. Nothing too nasty but there is some very soft sand. Difficulty: Easy to moderate after wet weather. The 4WD section starts about 100km east of Esperance, and ends at Israelite Bay, some 200km east of Esperance. 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. Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre, Kerens Place 2BR Cottage and Studio-for-Two. Much like CREB Track, the track from Cooktown until Starcke Station is relatively benign as it passes through pastoral land and densely vegetated rainforests. From pristine beaches to hardcore tracks youll find something to suit here. For most visitors to this World Heritage site, its the famous dolphins of Monkey Mia they come to see. A turn to the left will take you along a longer section of coast that rewards fisher-folk with great schools of salmon, mulloway and mullet and of course bigger fish with big bitey mouths. Whale watching - June to November 10. Walpole is another great location south of Perth. 60 km/h. Grab a vehicle permit - permits are mandatory on Moreton Island 4WDing. 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! Skill level: Easy to moderate. We take information and present it so it is accessible and useful to people. Orleans Bay in Esperance is one of those places you could stay at for weeks on end. Its a great escape for the kids and set them a challenge with a race to the top. Yep, theres a few all mentioned in this post. The StepScape website was created by Cowirrie, a small software development company in Launceston. The track ducks back into the hinterland with an option to cross the peninsula to Sensation Beach (named after a fishing boat called the Sensation that ran ashore here in a storm) and some surf fishing or if you wanted to park the car up here overnight (or probably smarter find a campsite at Morgans Landing) theres the Whidbey Wilderness Zone hikes, one called Boarding House Bay and the other simply Whidbey. Campers at Charnley and Mornington Stations are woken up by a beautiful dawn chorus of birdsong. Walk back on road 100m. Photo: Jess Bonde. Every walk includes a References section listing the books, brochures or websites that mention it. Here youll be able to explore hectares of undisturbed coastal plains, drive through tidal wetlands, native forest and up rocky escarpments. For the surfers amongst you theres Mullalong Beach a wave that breaks over a reef around a 100m out thatll work when theres any easterly (offshore) breeze. Lynton station, or Linga Longa is an awesome private camp ground not far from Port Gregory and the Hutt River. Harridge Track walk. Along the Esplanade, youll find a wide range of great restaurants and cafes to suit all budgets. Get involved - I'm sure you will not regret it! Tyres down for the sand dunes, beach and especially Callcup Hill. Brunswick Junction is very similar to the Mundaring Powerlines track, except the area is spread out and you can camp too. Here youll find miles of sheltered, picture-perfect white sand beaches. Its about 12km of driving on gravel or sand, so not a massive distance. Sky diving (bookings and info call 08 9652 1320) Scenic Flights (bookings and info call 0467 888 044) Explore The Marine Park (swim with Sea lions and Whale watching) It has private access to the beach, with some of the best fishing in WA. We commit to building genuine and lasting partnerships that recognise, embrace and support the spirit of reconciliation, working towards self-determination, equity of outcomes and an equal voice for Australias first people. Great forum, you'll love it! Port Lincoln is a well-serviced town that supports its fishing and agriculture industries with excellent engineering and transport infrastructure and is handy enough to race back to for spares and repairs from Coffin Bay if needed. Finished adding walks from King Island Maritime Trail. 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. If you want something else close to Perth, there are some fun little tracks near Jarrahdale, and also Albany Highway off Jarrahdale road. Thank you and well written. Imagine a piece of private property, more than twice the size of Singapore that backs onto the Murchison River and the ocean which allows you to explore anywhere on the property (asides from where the commercial activities happen). Once you are over a couple of dunes, the track in is relatively hard and simple. They have a number of tracks, and beach access (with responsibility) is available. welcome aboard Dean. A lot of people camp at Wilbinga too (although its technically illegal), but please clean up after yourselves! By taking the barge across to the island from Hervey Bay, you can create the perfect add-on loop home to Brisbane. Typically, a 4WD will also have the advantage of low-range gears and larger height clearance. Long Point Track - this track can be found starting from the Mandalay Beach Rd. Camping is permitted at the waterholes (permit required). We take information and present . With awesome views, a fantastic 4WD track on the way in and some of the most amazing scenery youll see in the Pilbara, Kalgans Pool is certainly worth a visit. Easy. It is worth a drive if you are stay. All forms of collecting including fishing are prohibited. You can get on the beach here, and drive right the way up to Cervantes. Dont be surprised if you encounter a family of emus along the way as they are a regular feature of the local roads. We drive a Prado with all the necessary safety gear but are on our own. . Please study the four-wheel driving in Shark Bay information sheet and remember: Reducing tyre pressures will prevent you from getting bogged, give a smoother ride and help protect the tracks. If youre lucky enough to own a 4WD youll be able to get really close to nature and sample one of the best coastal experiences youll find anywhere in the country if not the world. Cox\'s River / 6 Foot Track. This is a good thing as only locals and other serious 4wders will be using these tracks and beaches, especially during the silly seasons (school holidays). Cleaverville is to date my favourite beach camping destination. Camped about 15 metres from the waters edge, Thomas River was by far one of my favourite places on our trip down south. This means being self-sufficient. Seasick Bays a pretty place too, a classic lunette shape that cops a little swell as it wraps around the corner. Location: 2,145 km northwest of Brisbane Difficulty: Hard Track Length: 233 km Track Time: 4 days or more Terrain: Sandy The tracks in this part of Cape York only caters to the most skilled and prepared 4WD enthusiasts. Mount Tempest 9. Explore the island from north to south and head back to the mainland via the barge at Inskip Point. 10km to 30km. On the way there are other scenic spots: Golden Gate beach, Dunsky Beach and Torbay Head, all requiring high clearance 4WDs. 1 hours west of Hervey Bay or Burrum Coast National Park takes you to another great 4WD destination, Goodnight Scrub National Park. One thing you must do is to take the Oyster Farm Tour, Ben and Kim run this outstanding diversion from Oyster HQ opposite the caravan park and on the waters edge. Before entering the track you will have to lower your . On your way in, you can take a number of different tracks. From Kalgans Pool through to Skull Springs Road and plenty more, they are all amazing tracks that are so worth doing. We werent game enough to drive too close to the water, for fear of getting stuck and having to spend time recovering ourselves, but we did enjoy a slice of shell beach without the crowds. The lease changed hands a couple of times and in 1932 the Morgan family gave it a crack. Meanwhile back on the 4WD trail the track swings north hugging the coast in places and past Point Longnose and running in and out of the dunes before hitting the beach proper at Seven Mile Beach. Remember to take enough fuel too. You can camp in the dunes, and drive for miles along the gorgeous beach, or have a bit of fun in the dunes. Continue on roadway back to start. When its wet, youll need mud tyres and a winch. Four-wheel driving in Shark Bay For driving on sand reduce your vehicle and trailer tyre pressures to 20psi (150KPa / 1.5bar) or less The right vehicle Only high clearance four wheel drive vehicles with low range capability can traverse the soft sandy tracks in Shark Bay. dose any one know of any easy to moderate 4wd tracks around nelson bay, i have a 95 triton and had some experience around small bush tracks but that is about all, G'day Dean welcome to the forum I'm sure there will be someone here to help you out, good day im a new bie as well were abouts are u im near rockingham wa. Visit knowing you will likely get bogged. Return 1km on beach then look for footpath to west side roadway. There are some truly awesome 4WD tracks around Scott River National Park, and Nannup. Canning Stock Route Location: Wiluna to Halls Creek (WA) Distance: 1800km Suggested min. The salt lakes at Francois Peron are well marked and easy to get across, The last part of the track to Skipjack Point can be very soft and lumpy, The views from Skipjack Point are phenomenal. You can camp here, or stay in a chalet. Lucky Bay is an incredible place; just south of Wagoe and Kalbarri. After a bit of rain this track has a number of puddles, but the track is solid and easily done with a bit of clearance. The barge taking a 4WD across to Dirk Hartog Island. Two Rocks In terms of 4WD Tracks near Perth, Two Rocks is the closest beach driving for many people. From the lookout overlooking Almonta Beach I was once rewarded on a glorious autumn day seeing a pod of around 40 dolphins lazily catching waves and rounding up fish. Its a short drive in, that takes you to the top of the cliff looking down at a stunning beach, or down the bottom right near the beach (but not onto it). 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. 1. It is remote, and is closed after heavy rain. Youll also find great, remote swimming and fishing parks within the park. Bad weather or bushfires temporarily making a walk unsafe. The town has built a reputation for being a gourmet delight. Depending on what time of the year youre visiting will determine what approach to take. 4WD Tracks in Tasmania provide access to the state's remote places. The track in can be relatively rough and sometimes soft, so you need a reasonable 4WD and trailer to handle the abuse. Tim's Thicket. The dust and sun become blinding along the hilly and winding track. Most of them are one-way so once you are back on the main track, keep heading back to Hervey Bay down the hill. Do your homework, do your preparation and let your tyres down and be ready to engage LOW range when things get technical and you should be OK. 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. Mount Nameless (Jarndunmunha), Tom Price. Gnaraloo Station is a working station that backs onto the Ningaloo Reef. Youll also find fuel and other limited supplies at Woodgate Beach although wed still recommend stocking up in Hervey Bay for more choice before heading out. You can also access Herald Bight, on the east side of the national park, or Cattle Gully and the different camp sites. The 3 Bears Track comes highly recommended by me. It is truly amazing, and you can 4WD into a few of the surrounding areas. Welcome Fun & Dean - how about you guys post something up in the new member section aboiut yourselves. I'm heading up to Jervis Bay next week for some diving, can any one tell of any could tracks I should look at while I'm there and I was also told that there was a good campsite that was only accessed by the beach but I can't find any information on it Just north of Hamelin Bay lies a great 4WD track that takes you to a beautiful, pristine beach. Some , to smooth repair. Coming back down, you can turn left and youll end up on the beach, or you can head along the track that takes you to the next Bluff, and back to the main road if you so desire. Both the new IGA Supermarket that used to be known as the General Store and the Beachcomber have fuel, fast food and of course, oysters. The other peninsula is protected by Francois Peron National Park. The tracks range from mild to wild, and the scenery is unreal. My understanding is that the inland track is virtually closed, with access only along the beach (which is not for beginner 4WDers!). Want to know where you can head? Cool Sand hills etc. Not for inexperienced surfers this break is difficult to access, as the beach is at the base of a steep limestone hill and coupled to the paddle out youll want to be well-practised before you take it on. 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. These are some of the toughest yet enjoyable 4WD tracks in WA that you need to have a crack at. Please note, it does cost to enter this station. You might elect to return to HIGH range for a while as you sail towards Lake Damascus. As for 4wding great 4wd around Daly heads, which is next door or South of Gleesons landing. Track Trailer Topaz Murranji 2010 with over 25k of additions and improvements -$52,250 One of the few and best 100% Australian made go anywhere vans. It also has Callcup Hill, which is a huge sand dune and will really test your 4WD! 4WD Options Top Things To Do 1. Now dont stress about that pressure because itll achieve a bunch of things. I am slowly compiling a list of the 4WD Tracks WA you can go to. The Woodgate and Kinkuna sections are popular 4WD only destinations with plenty of gravel and sand to navigate. Follow road south along spit to end, where two tracks continue. Weve been to Shark Bay a number of times now, and each time found more and more amazing places, and 4WD tracks. The other plusses are youll preserve the track and also your tyres if you nudge a piece of sharp limestone further into the park. Onto some great 4WD Tracks on Murchison House Station along the river. Do not drive on the salt pan birridas. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging. Marion Bay Caravan Park 17 Willyama Drive Marion Bay SA 5575 Caravan Park Site Non 4WD Access Dogs Allowed Toilets Showers Water Available Drinking Water BBQ/Cooking Facilities Swimming Fishing Bushwalking View Campsite camp cypress Lachlan Street Baradine, NSW 2396 Just south of Bath Beach lies another beautiful beach known as Birthday beach, and theres a couple of little bays in between that are worth a look. Simply pack up the 4wd at home before heading north. Wedge Island in the past was only accessible via the beach or inland track. Woodgate and Kinkuna Sections of the Burrum Coast National Park, 4WD Trip Extension: Fraser Island or Cooloola, Get the best 4wd Hire Experience to Hervey Bay. just off the S.W. There are lots of 4WD tracks around Hutt River and Port Gregory, and its a great place to spend some time exploring. It was here we'd just rocked into, with our trusty D-Max Ute and Outback camper. After a lot of rain, this trackbecomes considerably more difficult to do. Ive wanted to explore the Fish Creek region by 4WD for so long, and we finally got a chance after a magic long weekend down in Pemberton. There are no major towns a reasonable distance from the Washpool, but limited supplies and fuel can be had at Tabulam. If youve got a few more days, Fraser Island makes for the ultimate Hervey Bay 4WD trip extension! Ill remember that moment until the day I die, but hey thats a pretty standard experience in this part of the world. Murchison House Station has so much variety and lots to see. Collins Cap Trail. North of Broome lies Cape Leveque, a brilliant piece of country. The dust and sun become blinding along the hilly and winding track. Whether you're traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Stayz holiday homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including fireplace and air conditioning. Parked on a private part of Shell Beach, accessible by 4WD only. 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