Dorchap Range Track

Dorchap Range Track near Eskdale, Victoria runs 5.6 km through terrain steep enough to demand attention. Rated Medium (2/4) on the Newtracs scale, this four-wheel drive track features a sustained 16% grade that will test both vehicle and driver. The route takes approximately 24 minutes to complete under normal conditions, though gradient and surface will determine actual pace.

The track surface consists of dirt and rocky sections typical of the Dorchap Range area. The 16% gradient is the dominant feature here—steep enough that descent control matters, steep enough that tire choice and brake management become relevant decisions. Drivers will encounter rough patches and potential water damage depending on recent weather. Ground clearance and traction are prerequisites rather than niceties. A vehicle with working diff lock or equivalent traction aids is sensible preparation. Low-range gearing will be necessary on the steeper sections.

One driver has logged this track on Newtracs to date, which means the data pool is small. The difficulty rating reflects what that driver reported, but conditions vary with rainfall and maintenance. Drivers log conditions as they go, which is what feeds the Newtracs difficulty ratings and keeps the database current.