Whites Track

Whites Track delivers a satisfying medium-difficulty drive that rewards 4WD enthusiasts with genuine backcountry character near Selwyn. You'll navigate a varied 13-kilometre route that combines technical sections with scenic forest passages, offering enough challenge to keep you engaged without requiring specialist recovery equipment. The 7% grade ensures you'll experience some genuine hill work, particularly during descent sections where careful throttle control becomes essential.

The terrain alternates between rocky outcrops and sandy stretches, demanding decent ground clearance and solid articulation from your vehicle. You'll pass through native bushland with occasional creek crossings that can be slippery after rain, so check local conditions before heading out. The relatively compact 30-minute completion time makes this an ideal half-day adventure, allowing time to explore side features or tackle the route at a leisurely pace. Pack water and basic recovery gear—while the trail hasn't proven overly punishing for the 13 vehicles that have successfully completed it, remote location means you should be self-sufficient.

The drive rewards careful lines and smooth inputs rather than aggressive throttle work. You'll appreciate having Newtracs' offline maps loaded before departure, ensuring you maintain navigation confidence through the more isolated sections. This is genuine off-road driving that respects the medium difficulty rating without overselling it.