Loila Track

Prepare yourself for a challenging alpine adventure on the Loila Track, where rugged terrain and pristine Tasmanian wilderness combine to test your 4WD skills. This hard-rated trail near Upper Scamander demands respect and precision as you navigate its demanding conditions over just 2.5 km. You'll experience steep grades averaging 5%, with exposed sections that require careful line selection and confident vehicle handling. The sparse traffic on this route—only two vehicles have successfully completed it through Newtracs—adds to its remote, untamed character.

As you work through the trail, you'll be rewarded with genuine backcountry terrain that showcases Tasmania's raw natural beauty. Rocky sections, uneven surfaces, and challenging grades keep you fully engaged throughout the 24-minute journey. The landscape here feels genuinely isolated, offering a stark contrast to more developed tracks. You should arrive well-prepared with a capable 4WD, recovery gear, and experience tackling steep descents and technical obstacles. Weather conditions can change rapidly at this elevation, so check forecasts and track conditions before heading out.

This isn't a trail for beginners or casual weekend explorers. You'll need solid vehicle maintenance, mechanical confidence, and genuine off-road experience to handle what Loila Track demands. The reward is authentic alpine 4WD driving in one of Tasmania's most remote corners, where few others venture.