4WD Access

Wellington Park provides opportunities for the adventurous four wheel driver featuring spectacular alpine scenery and technical driving. Like many good things, it’s generally a summer feat and permits are required.

Jefferys Track - no permit required

Runs north – south between Lachlan and Crabtree. The Track can get extremely muddy and a high clearance vehicle with low range as well as off-road driving experience is recommended.  Cyclists, horse riders and walkers also use this shared track. Please slow to their speed when passing. 

The East West Trail - permit and gate key required

• Permit season runs November - April, depending on weather and trail conditions
• Following assessment, the East West Trail is now closed to recreational 4WD access until November 2024
• Online permits will be available closer to the Trail opening

Provides technical driving in high and remote country. Access is one-way only, from Montrose Road in the East to Jefferys Track in the West (20km in length). Drivers should have extensive experience and suitable vehicles with generous clearance. Note that dogs must not be taken with you, even in the vehicle, through this part of the Park.  All 4WD access is subject to track conditions, fire risks and permission from property owners adjacent to the Park.  There is a limit of six 4WD vehicles allowed access each day. 

Other recreational vehicles including trail and quad bikes are not permitted in the Park due to environmental and social impacts, and visitor safety. Registered trail bikes are permitted on Pinnacle Road and Jefferys Track.  

Minimise impacts while 4WDing in the Park:  

• Leave your dog at home 
• Clean all soil and seeds from under, on and within your vehicle before you arrive 
• Leave gates as you found them, or as signposted 
• Avoid disturbing stock on Park neighbour properties
• Stay on existing tracks
• Obey track closures and other signage
• Respect other Park users (slow to a walk or stop when approaching others)
• Travel in small groups
• Take all rubbish out with you
• Winch between vehicles if vehicle recovery is necessary – if you have to winch from a tree, use padding or webbing. 

Vehicles must be cleaned before entering the Park to reduce the spread of Phytophthora cinnamomi or root rot. This fungus is carried in soil and attacks the roots of plants. Susceptible species generally die once infected.  Soil also carries introduced weed seeds. Please clean your vehicle thoroughly before visiting – don’t forget the undercarriage and mudguards.