• Unsurfaced roads and tracks in Victoria’s Parks are governed by the same road rules that apply to surfaced roads
  • Like any other road, you need to be fully licensed to drive on a National Park Track, and your vehicle needs to be road worthy
  • 4WD motor vehicles and trail bikes are permitted in National Parks on approved tracks
  • Unfortunately Quad bikes cannot be registered for public road and track use in Victoria and as a result are not permitted in Victorian National Parks.
    Fines of up to $1000 apply
  • Drivers found travelling away from signed open tracks (ie. on closed roads, bushwalking paths, or through un-pathed terrain) risk serious fines
  • Parents of unlicensed children driving trailbikes, monkey bikes, quadbikes, go-karts, and motor vehicles in National Parks can also face heavy fines and in serious cases where injury or damage is caused, a court appearance. If in doubt, leave it at home
  • Please note that all Parks are attended regularly by Victoria Police and Parks Victoria Rangers to ensure each park’s facilities are responsibly enjoyed by all
  • Follow the Four Wheel Drive Victoria Code Of Ethics 
    • Obey the laws and regulations for Recreational Vehicles that apply to public lands.
    • Respect the cultural, heritage and environmental values of public/private land, by obeying restrictions that may apply.
    • Respect our flora and fauna. Stop and look, but never disturb.
    • Keep to formed vehicle tracks.
    • Keep the environment clean. Carry your own, and any other, rubbish out.
    • Keep your vehicle mechanically sound and clean to reduce the environment impact.
    • Adopt minimal impact camping and driving practices.
    • Seek permission before driving on private land. Do not disturb livestock or watering points, leave gates as found.
    • Take adequate water, food, fuel, basic spares and a first aid kit on trips. In remote areas travel with another vehicle and have Royal Flying Doctor Service, or equivalent, radio contact
    • Enjoy your recreation and respect the rights of others.
    • Plan ahead and lodge trip details with a responsible person.
    • Support four-wheel drive touring as a responsible and legitimate family recreational activity. Consider joining an affiliated four-wheel drive club