Lionsville Road

River crossings await you on Lionsville Road, making this easy 4WD trail an excellent introduction to water fording for enthusiasts keen to expand their off-road skills. Located near Lionsville in New South Wales, this 11.7 km route delivers a surprisingly engaging experience despite its gentle difficulty rating, rewarding you with scenic countryside views and the satisfaction of navigating genuine water obstacles in a relatively accessible package.

The terrain is refreshingly varied for such a short trail. You'll traverse well-maintained sections of rural road interspersed with the aforementioned river crossings that provide the real highlight of your journey. The minimal 1% steep grade means you can focus entirely on line choice and water crossing technique rather than wrestling with steep descents, making this ideal if you're building confidence in your 4WD abilities. The 35-minute average completion time allows ample opportunity to pause and take in the countryside, or simply enjoy a leisurely pace through the landscape.

Before heading out, ensure your vehicle is properly equipped for water crossings—check your snorkel positioning, confirm all seals are watertight, and consider your approach angles carefully. While Lionsville Road presents no major hazards, standard off-road precautions apply: carry recovery gear, let someone know your route, and verify recent conditions. With only one vehicle recorded on Newtracs so far, you'll experience a genuinely remote corner of the NSW bush.