Llama Ridge Road

Llama Ridge Road delivers an exciting test of your 4WD capabilities just outside Moore, offering steep climbs that demand precision driving and vehicle control. You'll tackle a punishing 27% grade over just 0.9 km, making this a concentrated dose of technical challenge that rewards confident handling and proper tire selection. The short but intense route packs impressive elevation gain into its brief length, ensuring you'll feel every metre of the climb.

As you navigate the ridge, you'll experience genuine off-road terrain that separates casual drivers from committed enthusiasts. The narrow track winds through Queensland bushland with genuine exposure on the ascent—you'll need to focus on line selection and momentum management to conquer the steepest sections without losing traction. The sparse traffic (only two vehicles have completed this route via Newtracs) means you're exploring relatively untouched terrain where recovery options are limited.

Before attempting Llama Ridge Road, ensure your vehicle is in peak condition with quality off-road tyres and adequate ground clearance. Check weather conditions carefully, as recent rain transforms the steep grade into a treacherous mudslide. The 12-minute completion time assumes skilled driving in dry conditions; poor traction could extend this significantly or make retreat necessary. Carry recovery gear and ideally bring a spotter familiar with the terrain. This is genuine medium-difficulty 4WDing that respects neither overconfidence nor under-prepared vehicles.