14 tracks reviewed
Every track, rated by what actually breaks.
Distance, difficulty, and best season — pulled from trip reports, not tourism brochures.
Northern Territory
Larapinta Drive & Red Centre Way
Sealed most of the way, gorges off the main road need clearance.
480 kmModerateMay–Sep
Western Australia
Gibb River Road
Corrugations that end campervans and friendships.
660 kmHardJun–Aug
South Australia
Oodnadatta Track
Old Ghan railway line turned outback highway.
614 kmModerateApr–Oct
Northern Territory
Kakadu — Old Jim Jim Track
Closed most of the year. River crossings need a snorkel, not a wish.
92 kmExtremeJun–Sep only
South Australia
Flinders Ranges — Skytrek
A gentle introduction to high-clearance driving with real views.
60 kmEasyApr–Nov
Queensland
Cape York — Telegraph Track
Gunshot Creek will end your trip if you don't scout it first.
350 kmExtremeJun–Sep