Locations: Moroka, Wonnangatta Valley, Crooked River & Dargo
Iconic 4WD Tracks: Billy Goat Bluff Track, Zeka Spur Track & Herne Spur Track
Length: 4 days minimum
Total Car Travel Time: 7+ hours
Day One: Horseyard Flat Hut
via Billy Goat Bluff Track
Up bright and early we started from the Dargo end of Wonnangatta Rd and headed over the iconic Billy Goat Bluff Track 4x4 track and into Moroka, where we camped at Horseyard Flat Hut for the first night.
Route
Travel Time from Dargo to Horseyard Flat Hut via Billy Goat Bluff Track: 2 hours 52 minutes
From Dargo Rd head onto Wonnangatta Rd. Follow Wonnangatta Rd until you reach the iconic Billy Goat Bluff Tk. Once you've conquered Billy Goat Bluff, head right onto Pinnacles Rd. From Pinnacles Rd head onto Moroka Rd. Follow Moroka Rd until you reach Cromwell Knob Tk. Once on Cromwell Knob Tk you'll reach Horseyard Flat Hut camping area.
Billy Goat Bluff Track
Hema Maps Grading: Difficult
Arguably one of the most iconic (and steepest) 4x4 tracks in the state, Billy Goat Bluff is listed as one of the most challenging in the country. Ascending 1,200 metres in only 7 kilometres, you'll need a keen sense of adventure to tackle the narrow path edged with cliff faces. Offering incredible views and a mixture of driving conditions; including steep grades and rocky sections, it is well worth the drive. Read the Hema Maps Billy Goat Bluff Guide.
Things to do on the way to Horseyard Flat Hut
Once you've conquered Billy Goat Bluff, take in the spectacular views at the Pinnacles Fire Tower
Go in search of our secret waterfall spot
Stop in at the Horseyard Flat Hut
Explore one of the many hiking trails from Horseyard Flat Hut campground
Camping at Horseyard Flat Hut
Caravan Access
Toilets
Swimming
Fishing
Walking Trails
No Dogs Allowed
Day One Pictures From The Road
Day Two: Horseyard Flat Hut to Wonnangatta Station
Via Zeka Spur Track
After breakfast we said goodbye to Horseyard Flat Hut and set out for Zeka Spur and the isolated Wonnangatta Station, where camped for our second night. Along the way we visited the spectacular Dimmicks Lookout and then walked the magical hiking trail to Pieman Falls.
Route
Travel Time from Horseyard Flat Hut to Wonnangatta Station via Zeka Spur: 2 hours 59 minutes
Follow Moroka Rd until you reach Arbuckle Junction, then turn right onto Howitt Rd. Follow Howitt Rd until you meet the iconic Zeka Spur Tk. Follow Zeka Spur down into the valley. Take The Wonnagatta Tk to the right and follow into the valley and camping area.
Zeka Spur Track
4x4 Earth Grading: Moderate
As the most popular route into the Wonnangatta Valley, Zeka Spur offers a spectacular descent into the infamous and secluded station. With plenty of sharp turns and washouts, it takes approximately 2.5 hours to complete due to the challenging nature of the descent. You can read more about the track on 4x4 Earth.
Wonnangatta Station
The remote Wonnangatta Station is rich in both beauty and history, with many site remains, ruins and walking tracks to explore. The old cemetery and burnt remains of the main homestead tell the story of struggle and isolation of those who lived there.
You can find out about the lives of those who lived and work there, included two men who ran the station that were found murdered in 1918 here. The murders to this day have never been solved.
Things to do on the way to Wonnangatta Station
Stop in at Moroka and Howitt Huts
Take in the mountains and scenery at Dimmicks Lookout
Hike out to the spectacular Pieman Falls
Marvel at the Snowy Range Airport
Explore the Wonnangatta Station ruins, cemetery and walking trails
Camping at Wonnangatta Station
Caravan Access
Toilets
Swimming
Fishing
Historical Sites
Walking Trails
No Dogs Allowed
Day Two Pictures From The Road
Day Three: Wonnangatta Valley to Crooked River
via Herne Spur Track
After one last exploration around the homestead ruins, we left the scenic Wonnangatta Valley and tackled the difficult Herne Spur Track and trekked into Crooked River.
Route
Travel Time from Wonangatta Station to Crooked River: 1 hour 53 minutes
Take Wonnangatta Tk out of the valley and follow until you reach the iconic Herne Spur Tk. Follow until you reach Cynthia Range Tk. When Cynthia Range Tk splits into two, take the track to the left until you reach Crooked River Tk. Find a campsite for the night along here.
Herne Spur Track
4x4 Earth Grading: Very Difficult
Beginning near the picturesque Wonnangatta Station, the track takes you through 8 river crossings and up some of the steepest terrain in the Victorian High Country. Many sections of the track are steep, loose and rocky. You can read more about the track on 4x4 Earth.
Things to do at Crooked River
Stop in at the Grant Historic Area and explore the once bustling township
Camp alongside the Wongungarra River and take a dip or have a fish in the waters
Camping at Crooked River
There are unmarked camp spots all along the crooked river track, as well as 2 main campgrounds.
Talbotville - Free Camp
Caravan Access
Toilets
Swimming
Fishing
Walking Trails
No Dogs Allowed
Grant Historic Area - Free Camp
Caravan Access
Toilets
Historical Sites
Walking Trails
No Dogs Allowed
No swimming or fishing access
Day Three Pictures From The Road
Day Four: Crooked River to Dargo
On our way home we stopped in at Dargo and camped behind the Dargo River Inn for New Years Eve. We welcomed 2019 with a live band at the Dargo Hotel.
Route
Travel Time from Crooked River to Dargo: 2 hours 43 minutes
Take Randalls Tk out of Crooked River and follow until you reach Hibernia Rd. Follow Hibernia Rd until you reach Dargo High Plains, and then follow Lind Ave into the Dargo township. There are shorter routes to Dargo however we wanted to do some more sightseeing on our last day.
Things to do in Dargo
Stop in for a meal or spend the night at the iconic Dargo Hotel or the Dargo River Inn
Explore the township of Dargo
Day Four Pictures From The Road
Watch the highlights of our Ultimate Vic High Country 4x4 & camping trip!
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