Bush Track

Bush Track offers 4WD enthusiasts a genuine technical challenge near West Takone, where dense Tasmanian scrubland creates a demanding driving environment that tests your vehicle handling and navigation skills. Despite its modest 0.2 km length, you'll encounter tight vegetation corridors, rocky sections, and uneven ground that demand precision steering and careful throttle control. The narrow pathway winds through pristine bushland, offering an authentic off-road experience far removed from maintained tracks—this is raw Tasmania.

What makes Bush Track particularly rewarding is the concentration of obstacles within such a compact distance. You'll navigate around fallen timber, rocky outcrops, and deep ruts carved by previous vehicles, all while managing steep vegetation on either side. The driving surface varies dramatically, shifting between compacted earth, loose stone, and boggy patches that demand constant attention and vehicle control. While the 0% steep grade might suggest an easier passage, the cumulative technical difficulty of the terrain more than compensates.

Before attempting Bush Track, ensure your vehicle is in peak mechanical condition with quality suspension and all-terrain tires. The remote location near West Takone means you should carry recovery gear, extra fuel, and supplies—help won't arrive quickly if things go wrong. Only four vehicles have successfully logged this trail, confirming its challenging reputation. This is a track for experienced 4WD drivers seeking genuine technical difficulty in authentic Tasmanian wilderness.