Smylie Track

The Smylie Track offers 4WD newcomers and families an ideal introduction to off-road driving near Mount Richmond. You'll find this 1-kilometre route perfectly suited for building confidence behind the wheel without the adrenaline-pumping challenges of more technical terrain. The track winds through accessible bushland with minimal obstacles, allowing you to focus on vehicle handling and line selection while enjoying the peaceful Victorian countryside.

Terrain here is predominantly flat and well-formed, making this a genuinely relaxing drive that you can complete in just three minutes. The scenery showcases typical Mount Richmond area vegetation, with gentle forest sections that create a pleasant driving experience rather than a white-knuckle adventure. You'll encounter no steep grades or significant hazards, though standard off-road precautions apply—ensure your vehicle is roadworthy and carry essential supplies including water and a first aid kit.

This track works brilliantly as a warm-up before tackling more challenging routes in the region, or simply as a leisurely weekend outing. With three vehicles already having successfully navigated the Smylie Track, you can feel confident about tackling it yourself. Use the Newtracs app to download the detailed GPS track and keep yourself safely oriented throughout your journey.