Hickeys Road

Hickeys Road offers 4WD enthusiasts a compact backcountry experience near Dubbo, combining accessibility with genuine off-road exploration. This 1.3 km route presents an opportunity to test your vehicle's capabilities on genuine terrain without demanding extensive time commitment, making it ideal for those wanting to squeeze in some serious driving between other adventures. You'll navigate through the Australian outback landscape characteristic of the Dubbo region, encountering the natural conditions that define central New South Wales driving.

The trail's flat grade profile means you won't face extreme climbing challenges, allowing you to focus on line selection and vehicle control across the terrain itself. You should come prepared with standard 4WD equipment and ensure your vehicle is in good working order before tackling this route. While the relatively short distance might seem modest, every metre counts when you're exploring lesser-travelled outback tracks. The lack of previous recorded attempts on Newtracs suggests this is either a genuinely remote route or one that's flown under the radar—either way, you'll be venturing into territory that doesn't see regular traffic.

Bring water, communication devices, and let someone know your plans before heading out. The outback can be unforgiving, and even short routes deserve proper preparation and respect. If you complete this trail, consider logging your experience on the Newtracs app to help build the community knowledge base for this Dubbo-area gem.