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Lake Spicer Track (photograph: Daniel Parkhurst)

Lake Spicer Track

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Map : Tasm​ap​ 1:50 000 - Eldon
Distance : 27 km return
Rating : Difficult - for experienced and licenced users with registered high clearance 4WD vehicles and motorbikes only. Steep slopes, rocky sections, washouts and water crossings are likely to be encountered.

Located on the West Coast, the Lake Spicer 4WD Track is within the Tyndall Regional Reserve. Expect typical rugged West Coast scenery and changeable weather conditions, with views of the spectacular Tyndall Range being a highlight. 

The track passes close to Lake Rolleston which is stocked with brook trout and provides a chance for some remote fishing. Anglers are required to adhere to bag limits and restrictions in accordance with Inland Fisheries Service guidelines.

The track is gated and requires a key which can be booked via the local Parks and Wildlife Service office. There is no charge.

The start of the track is located on the Anthony Road, between Queenstown and Tullah. It is approximately a half an hour drive from either town. Vehicles should slow down and look for a turn off to the east within a few hundred metres of Howards Road. After a few metres, a locked gate and Parks and Wildlife Service sign will be seen.

The key can be picked up by appointment through contacting West Coast Field Centre on the details at the bottom of the page. 

To prevent the spread of weeds and Phytophthora, vehicles should be clean and free of mud and debris before entering reserves. PWS staff will check to ensure the vehicle is clean before a key will be issued. 

Where possible, please avoid driving in our reserves at night. You are sharing the roads with our native wildlife, so take it slow and watch out for animals on the road.

The track is entirely within the Tyndall Regional Reserve and no parks pass is required.

Drones, pets and firearms are not permitted within the Reserve. 

The track is unmaintained and is not the place to learn four wheel driving skills due its remote nature and challenging conditions. As you approach Lake Spicer the vegetation becomes very thick and encroaches on the track in places. 

A minimum of two vehicles is strongly recommended in case recovery is necessary. The Parks and Wildlife Service do not recover vehicles and any recovery would need to be organised by the owner of the vehicle at their own expense. 

Outside of major towns, mobile phone reception on the West Coast is very sparse. Radio and/or satellite communications is recommended if venturing into remote areas. 

There are no toilets, campsites or other facilities at Lake Spicer. The nearest public toilets are located at Queenstown or Tullah. 

​​​​​​​​​Always carry the map for the route you are taking. These can be purchased from ​​TasMap​.

Tracks can be closed, either temporarily or permanently, due to the potential introduction of plant diseases such as Phytophthora (root rot), damage to Aboriginal heritage sites, dangerous weather conditions, high fire danger or because the track is damaged and not safe to traverse. Contact the appropriate field centre or authority if you are unsure about a track.

Always start the trip with clean gear and a clean vehicle, including the undercarriage and wheel arches. This will help prevent the transfer of plant and animal disease and weeds on vehicles, footwear, tent pegs, and other equipment.

Drive through river crossings at designated points only.


​Find out other essential information for visiting Tasmania's parks and reserves on our know before you go section.

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​​​​To make sure you have an enjoyable and safe time please read and follow the advice below.

Be well-equipped - A winch and recovery gear, such as a snatch strap with correctly rated shackles, are recommended for all tracks listed on this site. Carry a first aid kit. It is recommended that a UHF radio be carried in the vehicle. Check your spare wheel(s) is useable and that all tyre-changing tools are operational. Pack a tent and sleeping gear - even on day trips. Take a fuel-stove. Some tracks are within Fuel Stove Only Areas, meaning that campfires are not permitted. Take clothing for all weather conditions – the weather in Tasmania can change dramatically within hours, so make sure you have warm waterproof clothing with you. Always carry a map covering the area you are travelling in.

Carry extra supplies – Be prepared for the possibility of being stranded on the track as the result of changing weather and track conditions or vehicle break-down.  Carry extra food and water. If you need to use water from creeks it is recommended that it be boiled for 3 minutes before use, regardless of how clean it looks.

Be informed – Contact the local Ranger, or four wheel drive club, to discuss track conditions. Check the weather forecasts before you go. Keep up to date with fire warnings and fire bans.

Tell someone - Leave trip details with someone who is willing to contact Police if your party is overdue. Make sure you notify this person when you return.

Go with a friend - Always travel with at least one other vehicle. Some of the tracks listed here are remote, with poor or no mobile phone reception, so help may be some time away.​​

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Contact

West Coast Field Centre (Strahan)
PO Office Box 62
Strahan TAS 7468
Phone: 03 6409 1020
Email: PWS.WestCoast@parks.tas.gov.au