Pinch Track Down

Pinch Track Down demands respect from experienced 4WD drivers seeking an intense technical challenge near Axedale. Despite its deceptively short 0.1 km length, you'll encounter one of Victoria's most notorious pinch points—a narrow, boulder-strewn descent that has tested only a handful of vehicles. The name alone tells the story: this isn't about distance, but about precision, vehicle control, and nerve under pressure.

You'll find the terrain dramatically compressed, with massive rock formations creating a natural corridor that forces vehicles into challenging angles and tight maneuvers. The scenery around Axedale is bushland, but your focus will be entirely on navigating the immediate obstacles ahead. Expect to spend around 35 minutes working through this section, though time becomes meaningless when you're concentrating on thread-needle driving through granite-lined passages.

Before attempting Pinch Track Down, ensure your vehicle is in peak condition with quality suspension, skid plates, and underbody protection. Bring a recovery kit and ideally a spotter—at extreme difficulty rating 4/4, this trail demands complete focus and mechanical sympathy. With only four vehicles successfully completing this route, you'll be joining an exclusive group of determined 4WD enthusiasts. Using the Newtracs app to access trail feedback from those who've tackled it beforehand is highly recommended for understanding what lies ahead.