Burnett Creek Track

You'll find serious elevation gain and relentless technical challenges on the Burnett Creek Track, a demanding 2.6 km trail that separates capable 4WD drivers from the rest. Near Merrijig in Victoria's high country, this hard-rated track punishes with a brutal 22% average grade that tests your vehicle's traction, suspension, and your own nerve behind the wheel. The short distance is deceptive—you're looking at around 12 minutes of white-knuckle driving through some genuinely unforgiving terrain.

The landscape here is raw and rugged, cutting through dense forest with creek crossings and deeply rutted sections that demand precision line-choice. You'll navigate tight switchbacks carved into steep hillsides, where rocks protrude from the track bed and vegetation closes in from both sides. Water management is critical; seasonal conditions can make this trail either challenging or nearly impassable, so check conditions before committing. Your vehicle needs genuine 4WD capability with good ground clearance and solid recovery gear—breakdowns are serious in this remote location.

Only five vehicles have successfully completed the Burnett Creek Track according to Newtracs records, which speaks volumes about the difficulty and commitment required. This isn't a trail for casual weekend warriors or stock standard vehicles. If you're seeking authentic high-country 4WD adventure with genuine technical challenges and minimal track traffic, the Burnett Creek Track delivers exactly that—just come prepared for a proper battle.