2026 Major Expeditions
Big Country.
Big Adventure.

Our major expeditions take members deep into Australia's most remote and spectacular country. Contact the trip leaders directly to express interest.

17–18Oct2026
EasySpots Available
Parks Vic Track Clearing

Track clearing in conjunction with the Mansfield 4x4 Club and Parks Victoria. A great opportunity to give back to the tracks we love — with a rewarding night at the end of it. Camp at Kings Hut Saturday night with BBQ supplied.

📍 Camp: Kings Hut
Duration: Weekend
👤 With: Mansfield 4x4 Club & Parks Vic
14–15Nov2026
Medium8 Spots Available
Mitchell's Gorge & Jamieson

From Howqua we head up to the Slate Mine then drop down to Mitchell's Flat to explore a hidden gorge. We'll take the Silvermine Track looking for the Jamieson River twin falls. Camp at a private property near Kevington Saturday night.

Sunday a short hike to the rarely seen Cinnabar Hut & mine site before looping back through Jamieson and Mansfield mid afternoon. Early option: For those with Friday off, there's the option for an extra night heading into camp mid morning on the 13th.

📍 Main group: Howqua Inlet 10:00am
🚗 Sub group: Wangaratta 8:30am via Mansfield (TBA)
Duration: Weekend (optional 3rd day from 13th Nov)
🏔 Camp: Private property near Kevington
👤 Leader: Craig Cheetham
27–29Nov2026
EasyAll Welcome
Christmas at Broken Creek Bush Camp 🎄

Every member of the Wangaratta 4x4 Club is invited to join us for a Christmas weekend at Broken Creek Bush Camp. Bring the van, bring a plate to share, and come celebrate Christmas with the club. Awnings, campfires, fairy lights, a shared Christmas feast, and good company under the stars.

Cost: $15 per person per night, paid on arrival. RSVP at the November club meeting.

📍 Location: 100 Quinn Road, Broken Creek, Victoria
Duration: Friday 27 – Sunday 29 November
💰 Cost: $15 per person per night
🍳 Bring: Your van and a plate to share
TBAFeb2027
MediumSpots Available
Other Side of Dartmouth

Track touring around Lake Dartmouth — exploring the less-travelled tracks on the other side of one of Victoria's most spectacular reservoirs.

📍 Location: Lake Dartmouth
Duration: Day trip
👤 Contact: Club committee
6–8Mar2027
Easy–MediumSpots Available
Bridle Track & Hill End

Victorian Labour Day long weekend run — Wangaratta to the historic Bridle Track and Hill End via Wagga Wagga, Cowra and Bathurst. Approx. 1,200 km round trip with 50 km on the Bridle Track itself. Gravel touring through beautiful NSW Central Tablelands country with river camping, mining history and the scenic climb into Hill End.

📍 Route: Wangaratta → Wagga → Cowra → Bathurst → Bridle Track → Hill End
Duration: 3 days (Labour Day long weekend)
🏔 Camp Sat: Riverside bush camp on the Bridle Track (Bruinbun Reserve)
🏔 Camp Sun: Hill End NPWS campground (book ahead)
🚗 Departure: 6:45am muster, 7:00am Wangaratta

📄 Bridle Track Trip Sheet

Full day-by-day itinerary, fuel plan, convoy procedure, vehicle prep checklist and track notes available. Contact the trip leader for the complete trip sheet.

⬇ Download Trip Notes
Fuel stops: Wagga Wagga & Bathurst (last fill before track)
Track status: Bathurst Regional Council 02 6333 6111
Hill End NPWS: 02 6337 8206

⚠ Expedition Requirements

All participants must carry a PLB or satellite communicator, minimum 200L extra fuel, a fully equipped recovery kit, and attend a pre-departure vehicle inspection. Prior remote touring experience is essential.

Past Trips
Jul2026

Ann Beadell · Canning Stock Route · Bungle Bungles

Trip report coming soon

Aug2026

Oombulgurri / Carson River Track

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1Aug

Tom's Mystery Tour

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3–6Apr

SA/Vic Border Track

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19–21Jun

Bourke Beach No.3 Weekend Camp

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