Six Mile Ridge Track

Six Mile Ridge Track delivers a satisfying medium-difficulty challenge that rewards careful driving with stunning views across Nariel Valley. You'll navigate a consistently engaging 8.9 km route featuring a demanding 17% grade that tests your vehicle's traction and your concentration—this isn't a cruise, but rather a proper test of 4WD capability that intermediate drivers will find genuinely rewarding.

The terrain combines rocky outcrops with tight switchbacks as you climb, demanding precise line selection and steady throttle control. You'll encounter exposed sections where the valley vistas open up dramatically, making this an equally visually compelling drive. While the steep grade is the primary technical challenge, loose surface conditions can develop, particularly after rain, so checking recent trail reports via Newtracs before departing is worthwhile.

Preparation is straightforward: ensure your vehicle is in good mechanical condition, carry extra water for both you and your radiator, and allow approximately 31 minutes for the drive. The narrow track leaves little room for error on the steeper sections, so conservative driving is smarter than ambitious attempts. Five successful completions already logged on Newtracs suggest the trail is well-established and manageable with proper respect for its gradient.