4x4 Adventure

ISLANDAs the third largest sand island in the world Moreton Island is sure to satisfy your 4WD desires. Must see hot spots include the Big and Little Sandhills, the Eastern Beach and the Desert. The Desert provides a 4WD challenge no matter how many times you’ve been to the island as the winds constantly move the sands and change the shape of the dunes.

Carnarvon Gorge is the showpiece attraction of this National Park but those with a 4WD and love of the road less travelled will find other delights. Visit the Mount Moffatt, Salvator Rosa and Ka Ka Mundi sections of the Park for soaring sandstone cliffs, hidden caves, mahogany forests and the legend of the Kenniffs - Australia’s last bushrangers.

At Kroombit Tops, southwest of Gladstone, you will find narrow and steep dirt roads leading to old gold mining areas, unmarked graves, wild horses, secluded camp spots and spectacular mountain views. What are you waiting for? With track names such as Razorback you know you’ll be in wild country and there’s even the wreck of a WWII Liberator bomber to explore.

For real desert, the Simpson Desert, in the far west of the state, is a bucket-list item. Heading west from Birdsville the adventure kicks off with the Simpson’s largest sand-dune - Big Red - and then hops over hundreds more via the QAA line to Poeppel Corner where Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory converge.

Find some of Queensland’s best wild country driving in Southern Downs. Challenge yourself in the remote Sundown National Park south-west of Stanthorpe or undertake a wild adventure near the Goomburra section of Main Range National Park, north of Warwick. Thrill seekers can also enjoy 4-wheel driving at a number of well-maintained private properties in the region.

An alternative route between Daintree and Cooktown is the muddy and slippery CREB track, suitable only for experienced off-roaders. Rain will make this track even more of a challenge but with picturesque creek crossings, verdant rainforest and the Roaring Meg Falls, it is also a stunning part of the country to experience.

Welcome to the wilderness! The Cape York Peninsula is located on the northern tip of Queensland, on the mainland's border near the Torres Strait. This area is incredibly remote and is perfect for those seeking adventure. It is the largest unspoiled wilderness in northern Australia and a popular destination for 4WD enthusiasts. Here, you can find some of the best 4WD routes, which wind through bush cattle stations, historic gold towns, and wetlands. However, these routes are not for the faint-hearted, as they often include river crossings and steep drops.

K'gari, also known as Fraser Island, is an awe-inspiring destination that boasts the title of being the world's largest sand island. Located in Southeast Queensland, this island offers a thrilling four-wheel drive adventure experience. With over 42 freshwater lakes waiting to be explored, K'gari is a unique natural wonder where a lush rainforest thrives on sandy terrain. Moreover, the island is adorned with countless freshwater creeks that gracefully flow into the ocean, adding to its natural charm.