Drive to long lonely beaches, waterfalls and rainforests and enjoy the natural beauty that Tasmania has to offer.
To make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, and to preserve these locations, please follow the off road vehicle Code of Conduct on reserved and Crown land.
- Obey all signs and other instructions issued by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS).
- Respect the natural and cultural values of the reserves.
- Keep wildlife wild. Stop and look, but never disturb.
- Keep to formed vehicle tracks.
- Clean your vehicle thoroughly prior to entering reserved land. This will reduce the potential of introducing soil-borne
diseases and weeds.
- Adopt Leave No Trace camping and driving practices.
- Check with local Parks and Wildlife staff about permit and pass requirements.
- Plan ahead and lodge trip details with a responsible person.
- Always carry additional water and food in case of delay or vehicle breakdown.
- Support off-road touring as a recreational activity. Consider joining a four-wheel or off-road vehicle club. Contact
4WD Tasmania for club contacts visit: www.4WDTasmania.org.
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.
Some tracks require special authorisation, available from local PWS offices. This includes the Arthur-Pieman Recreational Drivers Pass required for driving on, off road tracks in the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area. For tracks located within a national park, a National Park Pass is required to be purchased for the vehicle.
Be aware that facilities vary in each location, generally requiring travellers to be self-sufficient and well-equipped. Please find detailed information relating to each of these tracks on the links below.
4WD Track map of Tasmania
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Bridport to Bellingham 4WD Traverse
A challenging coastal drive from Bridport to Bellingham. -
Climies Track
Climies Track is a challenging four-wheel drive adventure along the remote wild west coast of Tasmania.
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East Coast Forest Roads
Highlights of the East Coast Forest Roads are the coastal and forest scenery and visits to the Lost Falls, Meetus Falls and Hardings Falls.
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East West Trail - Wellington Park
Located in Wellington Park above Hobart, the East West Trail provides spectacular views across the Derwent and Huon valleys and into the southern Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. -
Jefferys Track - Wellington Range
Crossing the Wellington Ranges Protected Area, spectacular views of the Huon and Derwent valleys can be found from the Jefferys Track.
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Mount McCall Track
The one-day return drive on the Mount McCall Track takes you into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
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Peron Dunes
Peron Dunes has been set aside for recreational off-road adventure and fun. A wide beach and high dunes are used by a variety of recreational vehicles.
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Sandy Cape Track
Hugging the wild west coast in the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area, the Sandy Cape Track is remote and takes in the windswept landscape. An APCA Recreational Driver Pass is required for this track.
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Southport Lagoon
Take a slow, rocky one-hour drive in to beautiful Southport Lagoon, a popular location for kayaking and boaters.
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Lake Spicer Track Located on the west coast this track passes close to Lake Rolleston.
- Sawback Range Track follows old mining and timber routes within the Adamsfield Conservation Area.
If you are planning your first 4WD trip, consider taking a 4WD course in your own vehicle to become familiar with using recovery gear.
For safety information and some sound advice on four-wheel driving techniques, why not watch the
Recreational Driving Video before you head off?