Branding Yard Track

You'll find the Branding Yard Track offers a perfect introduction to off-road driving near Mount Cole, combining accessibility with genuine 4WD exploration. This 1.4 km route delivers a quick but satisfying drive through varied terrain, making it ideal for newcomers to the sport or those seeking a confidence-building run before tackling more challenging tracks in the region.

The terrain transitions between open woodland sections and tighter forest passages, where you'll navigate gentle undulations and natural obstacles that test your vehicle handling without demanding extreme technical skill. The scenery showcases classic Victorian high country landscape, with native vegetation framing your route and distant mountain views rewarding your efforts. At just 5 minutes of driving time, this track won't exhaust your adventure appetite—instead, it serves as a perfect warm-up or addition to a broader exploration day in the area.

Preparation is minimal for this easy trail. Standard 4WD capability handles everything the route throws at you, with no steep grades to concern yourself with. Keep an eye out for fallen branches and potential soft patches after wet weather, though these rarely present serious obstacles. With eleven successful drives already logged on Newtracs, you can trust this is a well-established, reliable route that delivers genuine off-road character without unnecessary risk.