Australian Alps Walking Track

The Australian Alps Walking Track near Mount Buller, Victoria, is an extreme 4WD off-road trail that demands serious preparation. At 9.4 km and a 16% average grade, this four-wheel drive track sits at the top of the Newtracs difficulty scale. Twenty-eight vehicles have driven it to completion. Expect a 10-hour round trip minimum.

The gradient and terrain make this a winch-essential operation. Drivers regularly need mechanical advantage to progress. The surface conditions and slope combine to create a drive where vehicle recovery is not a contingency—it's part of the standard plan. This is not terrain for stock standard vehicles or solo drivers. You'll need a properly equipped 4x4, a winch setup you've practiced with, and ideally a second vehicle.

The track's extreme rating reflects the measurable hazards: steep sustained grades, technical climbing, and limited margin for error. Conditions change with weather and seasonal factors. Before you commit, log your pre-drive intel on Newtracs and check recent driver reports on the app.