逐个详细介绍：澳洲最有魅力的20条4驱路线 (不翻译了, 图片更新中）

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9 .BLUE RAG RANGE TRACK, VIC

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICHARD UNMACK

The Blue Rag Range Track is an iconic must-do track for all 4WD enthusiasts. It encompasses some stunning scenery, challenging tracks and uninterrupted views the Victorian High Country can offer.

Access is from the High Plains Road – from the north, approximately 13km from the turn from the Great Alpine Road, or from the south it’s around 70km from Dargo. The best time to visit is during the summer months as access is usually closed from the June Queen’s Birthday long weekend to the first week in November. This track is not suitable for towing.

You can drive this track in a standard 4WD, but in wet conditions some lift and all-terrain tyres are musts. The track itself is around 14km long, but the majority of people don’t proceed past the top of Mt Blue Rag. At a little over 1700m, the summit provides uninterrupted 360-degree views, taking in Mt Hotham and Feathertop to the north, and views towards the Pinnacle (at the top of Billy Goat Bluff track) to the south.

The track is reasonably straightforward for the first few kilometres – an easy downhill slope about 1km where you will usually find some minor mud holes. Then you will come to a rocky climb that takes you to the intersection of Basalt Knob North Track, where you need to turn right to continue on. Through a grove of gnarled snow gums that can be spectacular after snowfalls, the track emerges onto the start of the ridgeline drive where you will find some proper low range challenging climbs.

Due to the fact that the track follows the ridgeline and the way the hill falls away on either side, it does appear a lot more challenging than it is. Most people find that low-range first gear works best as they save their clutch and let the vehicle do the work.

At least one climbing section sees you staring into the sky as you near the peak, which can be a hairy part of the drive as it’s a big drop from the side of the track. If you have passengers, this can be a good time for them to ‘spot’ you and keep you on track. While they are at it, they can get some amazing photos.

There are places to pull up to the side of the track along the way for unmatched photography opportunities, but make sure you leave room for others to pass as it can be quite busy during the summer months. You don’t need to be a professional photographer to capture some stunning photos. The High Country lends itself to some of the best 4WD tracks and scenery this country has to offer.
Another 1.5km further up the mountain, you will arrive at the summit. Most people only progress as far as the trig point, but continuing past here takes you on a reasonable 7–8km downhill run to the Wongungarra River where camping is available.

4WD ACTION RATING：

Remote: 4
Scenic: 10
Iconic: 9
Adventure: 8
Challenging: 8
TOTAL: 39
KID RATING: 3/5

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8. SKY TREK, SA

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREG CARTAN

In terms of scenery and some of the best driving you can point a 4WD at, the Flinders Ranges ranks right up there with some of the best 4WD destinations in the country. If you travel through South Oz, do yourself a favour and allow a day to visit the famous Sky Trek out of Willow Springs Station in the central Flinders. It’s a drive that your family will thank you for, not to mention it is one of those special places that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Willow Springs Station is located around 450km north of Adelaide, or about five hours drive. If you’re coming from the south, then it is a good idea to fuel up at Hawker or Wilpena Pound, or from the north, Angorichina Tourist Village (just out of Parachilna) as no fuel is available from Willow Springs.

To do Sky Trek any justice, you need to allow around six hours to give yourself enough time to explore the track, stop for lunch, and really take in everything this place has to offer. In fact, you have to start the trek before 10:30am or else you will have to wait until another day to drive Sky Trek.

The Reynolds family have run Willow Springs Station for over 80 years, and you will need to pay them a fee of $55 per vehicle (up to six people) to get the gate keys for Sky Trek. Like the terrain, the fee is pretty steep, but is well worth the great drive you will experience.

After all, if you have made the effort to visit the Flinders, you should budget an extra $55 for a day’s worth of entertainment you will never forget. Call Brendan or Carmel Reynolds on (08) 8648 0016 or visit www.skytrekwillowsprings.com.au for more info.

Camping is available at Willow Springs Station for $20 a night. This is a great little bush campsite with basic facilities (read: long-drop toilet and fire pit). Another local campsite that is worth checking out is at Wilpena Pound (21km south of Willow Springs Station). Costing about the same fee as what you will expect to pay at Willow Springs, you have the bonus of having showers on site and an abundance of wildlife that frequents the camping ground – perfect for kids.

The trek itself is not as challenging as it is adventurous, but you will still need a proper 4WD with low range if you want to tackle Sky Trek. It’s best to leave trailers at the homestead, as the terrain is very steep in places and not the sort of place to be hauling a trailer – especially if you don’t have to.

If you do get into any strife, you can contact the Willow Springs Station on repeater UHF channel 4 or the Hawker RAA or Police on UHF channel 7. Sky Trek is a 60km loop where you will find yourself using low range more often than not in the final 30km as you traverse up and down the ranges.

Make sure you leave yourself enough time to stop and enjoy the views from the top of Mount Caernarvon Trig Point (920m above sea level) as you get the best perspective of the Flinders from this vantage point. At almost 50km into the trek, this place alone is well worth the entry fee. Make sure you have your camera in good working order, as you will definitely give it a good workout during this 4WD adventure.

4WD ACTION RATIN：

Gemote: 6
Scenic: 10
Iconic: 9
Adventure: 10
Challenging: 6
TOTAL: 41
KID RATING: 4/5



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7. SAVANNAH WAY, WA-NT-QLD

WORDS BY BRENDAN SEYMOUR

Although the Savannah Way is more a marketing term than a single track, it is in fact a fantastic drive that will allow you to take in the very best that the top half of Australia has to offer. The drive links Broome in the west to Cairns over in QLD, travelling through Katherine and some of the Northern Territory’s very best bits.

Concentrating on the NT section of the trip, a good starting point is Kununurra, just west of the border. For those who can’t spare the time, you can fly into Kununurra from Darwin and rent a 4WD. Most of the trip rates as fairly tame, but it is remote out in some of the quieter parts, and in some of the national parks along the way, the next vehicle can be days away.

Make sure you take the time to stop off at Mataranka, as this small town’s claim to fame is as the place where Jeannie Gunn wrote her famous book ‘We of The Never Never’. Nowadays the bigger attraction is the thermal pools, which bubble out of the ground at a pleasant 32°C year-round. The town of Daly Waters is also another must-see – it’s hard to believe these days, but this town off the dirt road was home to Australia’s first international airport, as planes landed here to refuel before heading to Singapore.

Impassable in the Wet, the cooler months of April-October are the best time to travel the Savannah Way. A proper set of all-terrain tyres is the minimum out here, as is a UHF and satellite phone. Fuel range between stops stretches to a maximum of 300km or thereabouts, so a long-range tank is not essential, but you will need a decent bullbar, as every bit of wildlife from feral horses to cows and goats like to jump out of nowhere and surprise vehicles!

The track is a mixture of dirt, gravel, gibber rocks, corrugations and the odd bit of bitumen thrown in for good measure. The track really changes depending on what time of year it is, but be prepared for anything, especially potholes covered with thick bulldust, as driving over these too fast is the easiest way to lose control of your vehicle and damage your radiator and suspension.

The best up-to-date information is available from the official site http://www.savannahway.com.au.

4WD ACTION RATING：

Remote: 9
Scenic: 8.5
Iconic: 9
Adventure: 8
Challenging: 7
TOTAL: 41.5

KID RATING: 3/5



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6. SANDY CAPE TRACK, TAS

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY GREG CARTAN

If it’s scenic locations and challenging 4WD tracks you’re after, then you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere better than Tasmania’s Sandy Cape Track. Access is south from Temma, where you’ll find the start of the track. At this point you will need to air down tyres to sand pressure.

There are plenty of camping spots between Temma and Sandy Cape Beach, so there’s no need to camp on top of someone else. Sandy Cape Beach itself offers spectacular beach driving, with large dunes and camping around the lighthouse area.

You can follow the coast down to the Interview River if you have the correct permits, but this drive is for experienced 4WDers only. This is a seriously challenging stretch of track, so those with less modified vehicles are advised to leave it until next time.

Almost as soon as you leave Temma, you’ll find deep water holes across the track with nowhere to go but straight through, rocky sections that will require low-range to traverse, and boggy stretches of sand that won’t think twice about swallowing your vehicle. In fact, it’s such a difficult area to head off-road that the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area Management Plan makes it mandatory to travel in groups of at least two vehicles!

The Sandy Cape Track is best done in summer, as the weather gets damn cold and wild during winter. Camper trailers are not recommended at all. The stretches of beach driving will have you crossing fastrunning tidal rivers. Your best bet is to start upstream as far as possible and cross the river aiming slightly towards the ocean. This way you’re not fighting the current, which will only slow you down and dig you in.

If you are planning a trip to this area, stick to formed tracks and stay out of the swampy areas. This entire area is maintained by local 4WD clubs and fisherman who put a huge amount of effort into it. As with anywhere, respect the area, don’t un-necessarily damage tracks, and of course take all rubbish out with you.

You will need to get a permit and pay camping fees at the Arthur River Parks office. You can contact them in advance on (03) 6457 1225. Apart from a good set of tyres and some suspension, you don’t need any particular modifications, but it’s definitely worth having at least one winch in your group, as well as plenty of recovery gear. Fuel and supplies are available at Redpa shop or Marrawah.

4WD ACTION RATING：

Remote: 7
Scenic: 8
Iconic: 7
Adventure: 10
Challenging: 10
TOTAL: 42
KID RATING: 3/5



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5. THE BULMAN TRACK TO NHULUNBUY, NT

WORDS BY FRED WRIGHT

You’ll need a Northern Land Council Permit to drive this track to the Gove Peninsula NT. The entry criteria are specific: Transit permits will only be issued if you are a resident of Nhulunbuy, visiting a resident there or a tourist who has arranged commercial accommodation.

You must complete the trip within 24 hours and stay on the track (once you get to Nhulunbuy you can stay for extended periods). Access by road is via the Bulman Track only. No caravans or camper trailers will be granted a permit.

Access to beaches to Nhulunbuy requires a recreational permit available on arrival from Dhimurru Land Management, ph: 08 8987 3992. The Yirrkala Dhanbul Council issues permits for Shady Beach, Capital Rocky Bay Beach and Creek and the Yirrkala Boat Ramp, ph 08 8987 3433, fax 08 8987 2304.

I stayed several nights in a motel in Nhulunbuy before flying to Groote Island in the Gulf of Carpentaria. There’s no doubt that you’ll encounter water buffalo and wild donkeys on the way. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the changing vegetation, steep approaches to river crossings, and some of the best beach camping and fishing you’ll ever find in a remote wilderness area.

Route Distances: Katherine – Bulman: 312km. Bulman – Nhulunbuy: 420km.

Fill up at Katherine or Mataranka. The Gulin Gulin Store at Bulman is open 9am-5pm for fuel. Fuel is also available at Mainoru Outback Store, 250km from the Stuart Highway. Nhulunbuy has mechanical repairs and fuel.

This track is closed due to weather conditions especially during October to April. Twisted air cleaner elements left in the bush next to river crossings should be warning enough! May–October is their winter and the best time to travel with temperatures a balmy 28°C and track conditions passable.

A quality set of all terrain, light truck or mud-terrain tyres LT All Terrain or Mud Terrain and a 50mm suspension lift would be an advantage, especially during the soft sand beach driving you will encounter once you get to Nhulunbuy. A long-range fuel tank is a good insurance policy, once you start exploring and searching for new camping and fishing spots.

I love this track for its challenge, unique and abundant wildlife, and ever-changing vegetation. Nhulunbuy is the major regional centre of the Arnhem Land Coast, supplying and serving the Nabalco bauxite/aluminium mining centre and as a result has all of the modern conveniences you would expect of a large town.

The beach camping is some of the best in the country and the fishing is the best in the Top End. However, you do need to watch out for saltwater crocodiles. Many people put this place in the ‘too hard basket’as there are numerous permits to source, but the efforts will be well worth it. It’s remote, a great 4WD adventure and you can be sure that very few 4WDers have ever been here – it is truly one of the most remote 4WD destinations in the country. On your return from Nhulunbuy, you have Katherine, Darwin, Kakadu, and Litchfield. Some say the Top End has it all, and they could very well be right!

4WD ACTION RATING:

Remote: 8
Scenic: 10
Iconic: 9
Adventure: 8
Challenging: 8
TOTAL: 43
KID RATING: 1/5



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4. FRENCH LINE, QLD-NT-SA

WORDS BY SHAUN WHALE

Tackling at least 1200 red sand dunes, remote touring, camping under a starlit sky in the Simpson Desert and being miles away from anywhere is a taste of what to expect if you decide to travel the famous French Line.

The trip is the most direct route across the Simpson Desert and is usually considered to be the track between Oodnadatta or Mount Dare and Birdsville, as these are the last places you will be able to get fuel from before entering the Simmo. Although the track is single lane, you can travel in either direction, but depending on the season, you will find that if you depart from Birdsville the dunes are steeper and harder to traverse. People will argue that either way is harder than the other, but if you ask us, it’s tough no matter what way you travel.

The last time we crossed the Simpson, we started from Birdsville and headed west. From Birdsville it takes about 35km to reach the start of the sand dunes, where you will have to air you tyres down before the gibber road turns into sand dunes. This is where you approach the notorious Big Red sand dune that towers a massive 40m and is said to be the biggest dune of the desert.

When you first approach the start of the sand dunes you will come to ‘Little Red’. Big Red is actually a few kilometres north of the first dune you will come to from Birdsville. Just follow the wheel tracks and you can’t miss it. Big Red is a must-drive for the photos, not to mention the sheer exhilaration. But be sure not to drive your vehicle too hard, as damage is the last thing you want to do to your 4WD. Keep in mind you still have around 1199 more sand dunes to cross.

Driving along the French Line, you will be crossing all of the dunes head-on as the dunes run from north to south. This means between every dune you will have around 500m to a kilometre of sandy/rocky track before the next. In total, the French Line is 437km, but expect to travel more if you want to explore parts of the WAA, Rig or AAK Line. When you’re planning on how much fuel to take, keep in mind that your average speed will be around 35km/h and you will be fully loaded up with camping gear and in low and high range a lot of the time.

In peak times between April and October (the best time to travel), there can be enough traffic to cause a concern about meeting an approaching vehicle on the crest of a dune. As a minimum, the lead vehicle in your convoy must travel with a long pole and sand flag on the front of their vehicle and everyone should use UHF channel 10, as this is the official Simpson Desert UHF channel.

In saying that, we have travelled through the Simmo and not seen another vehicle for three days of continual travel. Before entering the Simpson, you must purchase a South Australian Deserts Park Pass, so call 1800 816 078 or visit http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/parks/visitor/desertpass.htmlfor more details.

You can bush camp anywhere within 100m of the French Line through the Simmo, and it’s not hard to have as far as you can see in any direction all to yourself at even the busiest time of year. Not a lot beats camping in the desert. Imagine throwing another piece of mulga wood on the campfire as you watch a heard of camels walk across a sand dune as the sun sets. Yep, you wish you were there right now, don’t you?

This really is one track you should start planning now if you haven’t yet experienced this for yourself – you’ll have the time of your life!

4WD ACTION RATING:

Remote: 9
Scenic: 9
Iconic: 10
Adventure: 8
Challenging: 8
TOTAL: 44
KID RATING: 2/5



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哈哈， 图片和翻译会事后再加的， 实在是工作量好大的，只好先解决整体框架， 再装修了。

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3. HAY RIVER/BOOKIE TRACK, NT

WORDS BY FRED WRIGHT

You can marvel at the Simpson Desert crossing or the K1 Line, but this track combines sheer beauty with some of the most challenging remote desert driving you will ever experience. It’s not for the faint-hearted, foolhardy, or poorly prepared, so take this into account in your preparation. Remember that when you are out here you are really on your own – no fuel, water or food and possibly little hope of recovery unless you have deep pockets, so do your homework before you start.

Distance from Birdsville, through Poepell’s Corner to Jervios Station on the Plenty Highway is 723km. That’s 723km without any signs of civilisation in between! The Hay River track, from Poepell’s Corner to Jervios, is 555km.

An SA Desert Parks Pass will cost you $107. Permit to travel through Atnety Aboriginal Land Trust – $120 per vehicle (contact Joel Fleming at Alice Springs for permits and valuable advice,jol@direct4wd.com.au or +88 1631 430 737).

This trek should not be attempted if you have had no serious 4WD sand driving experience. A convoy with experienced drivers is a must.

Although people have towed off-road trailers across the Hay River Track, it is definitely not recommended. This place is that far off the beaten track that a satellite phone, Accusat or HF radio should be mandatory. Your biggest concerns will be fuel and water, as once you start this trip there is nothing for over 700km, so you should plan enough of both for 1000km.

As a guide only, a 4.2 TD Troopy on a recent trip averaged 17L per 100km. So carefully calculate what you’ll need and take extra fuel. It’s also imperative that your 4WD is in A1 mechanical condition, as a major breakdown requiring towing from Birdsville could cost more than your vehicle! Think up to $10,000.

A 50mm lift plus quality (near new) all terrain or mud terrain tyres would be an asset, and a dual-battery system and a fridge would be ideal. This is a trip where a long-range tank would pay for itself – this is a must rather than a luxury. Although not a modification as such, recovery gear and recovery tracks will get a solid workout, and it’s advisable to take a pressurised water sprayer and 20L of spare water in the event of grass fires under your exhaust system.

May – October is the best time to travel (these tracks have been known to close during the summer months or during heavy rain).

Camping: although you could drive the Hay River Track flat out in two days, it’s advisable to plan short distances between camps (no more than 200km). Plus it doesn’t get any better than desert camping and you should spend as much time as possible to get the best desert experience. There are no designated campsites along the way with the exception of Batton Hill near the Plenty Highway. Camping costs $15 a night and you have to book this when you are booking your permits.

Spend at least one day at Birdsville to make final vehicle checks and cram every last litre of fuel on board. The sand hills on the way to Poepell’s are steeper and taller than those on the Hay River Track, but the sand is much softer and more difficult to navigate on the Hay River. Correct tyre pressures and sand driving techniques are essential, so try to avoid revving the guts out of your engine in low range unless absolutely necessary. Always remember you are a long way from mechanical assistance out here.

A diversion to Kipatha Native Well and Lake Caroline are worth the trip. When you reach the Plenty Highway, Alice is only a day away or continue east along the Plenty towards Mt Isa – either way you can’t go wrong.

4WD ACTION RATING：

Remote: 10
Scenic: 9
Iconic: 7
Adventure: 10
Challenging: 9
TOTAL: 45

KID RATING: 1/5



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2. KALUMBURU ROAD, WA

WORDS BY FRED WRIGHT
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ECOMUSE IMAGES

When you’re 4WDing through the Kimberley on the Gibb River Road, why not get off the beaten track and really explore this beautiful corner of the country? This track can really challenge depending on whether it’s been attacked by a cyclone, severe monsoonal rain or if it’s near the end of the dry season. If you’re lucky it may have seen a grader’s blade, and if not, you’d better pray you’ve got good shocks!

Access: Via Gibb River Road (GRR), 550km from Kununurra in the south east and 650km from Derby in the south-west. Distance: approximately 250km (longer if you head into Mitchell Falls). Time: allow a minimum of three days. You’ll want to stop off at Drysdale Cattle Station, Mitchell Falls and one of Kalumburu’s beaches.

Best time to visit: May – October.

Permits: Apply to Kununurra or Derby Tourist Information Centres
for a permit to Kalumburu. Once there, you will need permits from the
Kalumburu Mission Community or apply in advance online athttp://www.dia.wa.gov.au/ under the ‘entry permits’ section. Contacts: for road conditions ring 138 138 orwww.mainroads.wa.gov.au or emailenquiries@mainroads.wa.gov.au.

Maps: Hema – The Kimberley, also maps from Derby Tourism Centre www.derbytourism.com.au.

Fuel/mechanical Repairs: Fuel (diesel and petrol), limited repairs, and basic supplies can be found from Drysdale Cattle Station and Kalumburu. Tip: the Mission Store is the cheapest place to buy your food supplies, toiletries and even fishing tackle.
History: Kalumburu is located in the northernmost part of the Kimberley, where the King Edward River spills into Napier Broome Bay.

This place was bombed by the Japanese in WWII and later rebuilt. Modifications: All terrain, light-truck tyres or muddies and a suspension upgrade with a 50mm lift with springs and shocks are musts. Twin batteries and a fridge will pay for themselves in no time, and for safety you should have a satellite phone, Accusat or HF radio.

Route: The Kalumburu Road can be a serious test of your tyres and suspension. It’s unsealed for 280km with rock, hard corrugations and bulldust, and connects Kalumburu Mission Community to the Gibb River Road and beyond. Late in the dry season, you could encounter deep bulldust holes, so keep your boot hard into the accelerator and hold tight onto the steering wheel unless you enjoy bottomless bulldust recoveries.

About 58km up the road from the Gibb River Road turnoff you’ll findDrysdale Cattle Station. I’d recommend you stop in for fuel, basic repairs, camping facilities (240V), meals and a cold beer.

They even keep a public phone outdoors in an old refrigerator – no doubt the onlyway they can protect it from heat and floods. Take the Port Road turnoff to Mitchell Falls for camping and maybeeven a helicopter flight if your budget allows. This is one place that any 4WDer must see, as you will be captivated by the sheer beauty of the place – not to mention that it’s a great place for a refreshing swim. If you can make the effort to hike to the plateau, it’s well worth it.

I drove my 80 Series ’Cruiser to Kalumburu and stayed at Honeymoon Beach, not long after a cyclone tried to tear the place apart. A fellow 4WDer with mechanical problems, a boat trailer that had fallen apart and a fridge that had stopped working reckoned that if you’d come here for your honeymoon, you would surely have left divorced. Pigging out on lots of large rock oysters and catching barra, one after the other, I couldn’t exactly agree with him. Even though I had destroyed four shock absorbers on my ’Cruiser, I still couldn’t lose the smile off my face and had already started to plan my return to this magical place.

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1. OLD TELEGRAPH TRACK, CAPE YORK, QLD

WORDS BY DESLIE SUMMERLAND AND WAYNE THOMAS

Cape York has undergone many changes over the last few years, but if you are prepared to get off the beaten track, this is still one of Australia’s top 4WD destinations.

Starting at Bramwell Junction, the track is completed in two stages and is full of corrugations, washouts and many creek crossings, making this a very mixed and challenging 4WD adventure. As far as 4WD tracks go, it doesn’t get much better than this.

The first section of the track is around 80km from the junction to Twin and Eliot Falls, and is best done from the south to the north. The first water course is usually quite shallow before the next at Palm Creek. This crossing is usually washed out and has a very steep descent into the creek. The exit out of the creek can be quite a challenge, so extreme care is needed. This creek now has the title of the hardest on the track, taking over from ‘Gunshot’.

Always remember to walk the creeks on the track, as they can be quite deceiving because most are spring fed, which gives the impression that the clear water is shallow when often it’s very deep.

The run through from Palm Creek to Gunshot Creek is a very pretty one, crossing fi rst off the Ducie (which quite often has a very deep hole), North Alice Creek, Dalhunty River and Bertie Creek. The crossings at all of these are usually quite shallow but contain large holes, so remember the golden rule ‘if you can’t walk it, don’t drive it!’. Most of the creeks are clear spring-fed water so they are safe from those ‘big floating logs’ (read: crocodiles). It is only when the creeks start running into the dark murky waters and heading to the rivers that you should stay well away from the water.

The next big challenge is the famous ‘Gunshot’. In the last few years the coaxial cable was laid next to the track, so the original Gunshot was cut down to enable the trucks through. Gunshot over the last couple of years has been a lot easier than the early days, but still provides a great challenge.

On a recent trip, a bloke in a stock 80 Series became wedged at the bottom because he did not keep the momentum going and simply went nose first into the mud. This has been the mistake of many 4WDers and usually results in a lengthy recovery. Special care must be taken at all challenging 4WD parts, as this is not the place you want to inflict damage to your vehicle. Remember that after Gunshot there are still a lot of tough low-range obstacles to tackle. Once we recovered the 80 Series, we were off for a well-earned swim at Twin Falls and Eliot Falls.

From Gunshot it is on to Cockatoo Creek. This crossing at times has been very hard depending on the depth of water as it has very large borders into the creek bed, so extreme care is advised. From here it is a relative easy run to the falls.

he first section of the track known as the Bottom Telegraph Track runs along the Heathlands National Park Border, which also includes Fruit Bat, Twin and Eliot Falls. For a camping permit contact the Heathlands Rangers on (07) 4060 3241 or check the notice board at the falls for self-registration.

The second part of the track runs through the Jardine River National Park and is by far the most challenging. From the time you leave the falls until you reach the by-pass road, every crossing should be taken with extreme care. If it has been a big wet season, these crossings get very washed out, and at times if you are coming through at the start of the season, the track needs lots of repair and often a bit of road construction has to take place to continue on. So, always be well prepared and have a good shovel on hand.

Sam’s Creek, Mistake, Cannibal and Cypress Creek are sure to get the adrenaline pumping, but the best thrill of all will be Bridge Creek or Nolan’s Brook. This is by far one of the highlights of the trip and over the years has claimed many a victim, so great care is needed at this crossing.

The main danger is very deep water – a snorkel is a modification that will have already paid for itself once you get to Bridge Creek.

The top part of the track can be done in either direction, from south to north or north to south. Both ways are a massive challenge and extreme care will need to be taken.

The Telegraph Track is a great adventure and one you should never do alone. Grab a couple of travelling buddies, have all the right gear among the group, especially a long-handle shovel and snatch strap, and head off on this adventure in June or July when the weather is perfect and there is still plenty of water around. You will be in for an adventure of a lifetime. Fresh water on the tract isn’t a problem and fuel is available at Bramwell Roadhouse and the Jardine Ferry.

4WD ACTION RATING

Remote: 8
Scenic: 10
Iconic: 10
Adventure: 9.5
Challenging: 10
TOTAL: 47.5

KID RATING: 4/5

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CONCLUSION：

So there you have it, 20 of our favourite tracks from right around the country. From spectacular scenery and iconic destinations, to wheels off the ground and 4WDs hanging off winches, it’s all here. If you haven’t started planning your next 4WD adventure, now is the time to do it. Whether you’re thinking of heading to the Top End or exploring some more local tracks, it doesn’t matter as long as you get out there!

hese tracks include the best mud, sand, rock, outback, tropical and temperate driving you can possibly steer a 4WD at, not to mention some world-class camping sites. While some of these tracks are iconic and well known by most 4WDers, like the Cape or Fraser Island, there are a few here that are not so well known. Local haunts, if you know what I mean.

If you’re going to drive these tracks, or any other 4WD tracks for that matter, make sure you act responsibly and tread lightly. After all, we want to keep these tracks open for generations to come. So that means respect the rules established by National Parks, keep to the marked tracks, and take your rubbish with you.

兔子行走

原帖由 alexmei 于 2011-3-23 13:07 发表
哈哈， 图片和翻译会事后再加的， 实在是工作量好大的，只好先解决整体框架， 再装修了。

欧克，明白了！

A版辛苦了

想象不出全部20条路线全部展现在面前的景色

一定灰常震撼

真希望能有机会走上几条~~~~~~

对了，A版，澳洲有租200的吗？一天几米？谢谢

游遍天下qz

希望能把20条线路都走完

华泰007

A版您好，想请教一下为什么我在墨尔本这里发图片都发不上来？在国内的时候都可以发的，是不是这边有什么限制呢？谢谢！

alexmei

是无限制的, 我估计是软件的影响, 可以参考:
http://bbs3.fblife.com/viewthrea ... page%3D1&page=3

有时用MAC 机也会不很支持, 但绝不是地域的问题

华泰007

原帖由 alexmei 于 2011-3-27 14:08 发表
是无限制的, 我估计是软件的影响, 可以参考:
http://bbs3.fblife.com/viewthread.php?tid=811614&extra=page%3D1&page=3

有时用MAC 机也会不很支持, 但绝不是地域的问题

先谢谢呵！我研究一下看。很喜欢看这里的介绍 也一并谢谢A版了

oldestmonk

老贴还是新帖？不管怎么样感谢A版

一生追溯

明年春節计划到澳自驾，将詳阅读参考。到时可能需请教…

杜常铭

这段路太惊险了，万一。。。。。。。。不太敢走！