Muirs Track

Muirs Track near Lancefield, Victoria is a 2.0 kilometre off-road route rated Extreme (4/4) on the Newtracs difficulty scale. The track demands a winch as standard equipment, which signals the nature of the terrain and recovery scenarios drivers will encounter. Fifty-four vehicles have logged runs here, providing a measured data set on what to expect.

The drive averages one hour and twenty-one minutes to complete, despite the short distance. This timing reflects the 9% average gradient and the technical demands of the surface. Steep sections are present throughout, and the combination of grade and terrain means progression is slow. You'll need a capable four-wheel drive and should carry recovery gear beyond the winch—a second vehicle or experienced support is prudent. The track is not a fast run.

Conditions matter on steep terrain like this. Water, loose stone, and ruts compound the difficulty rating. What constitutes passable changes with weather and recent traffic. Drivers log conditions on Newtracs as they go, which is what feeds the data above.