This list includes all our upcoming trips & events, be it a weekend away, a social event, a training session or a longer trek. Some events have additional information via a link.
You can see a list of our previous trips here….
You can also read some reports of our trips here….
Want to join a trip? All trips have to be booked in person at a Club meeting. Visitors are welcome on most trips.
Meet & Greet Drive – Goolwa – 14 March 2021
Trip Leader: | Peter P |
Terrain: | Sand |
Skill Level: | Suitable for all skill levels |
Meet: | Carpark at the end of Beach Road, Goolwa, at 9.30am for 10am departure |
Notes: | Bring a shovel, your recovery gear, morning tea and lunch, drinks and chairs, bathers, fishing gear. Lunch at the Murray Mouth Please bring a UHF CB radio, if you have one (the club uses channel 24). There could be a chance for some fishing and cockling. Please email Peter P and Trips Officer, Alan L, if you plan to attend. |
Victorian High Country – 14-27 March 2021 (Full)
Overview | Base camping will be in Dargo, Knockwood (near Jamison) and Sheepyard Flat (just off the Mansfield to Mt Buller Road). Most campsites will be free. |
Trip Leader | Trevor and Barbara B |
Terrain | Very steep descents and ascents, tracks and dirt roads, river crossings |
Skill Level | Intermediate or higher |
Meeting | This trip will commence in Bright (at a point to be determined) on Sunday the 14th and end at Sheepyard Flat on Saturday the 27th. This will allow those people who work to have to use the minimum amount of their holidays. Adelaide to Bright, and Sheepyard Flat to Adelaide, are both about 10 hours driving. |
Accommodation | Swags, tents, camper trailers and SMALL, single axle, genuine off road caravans are all OK. We will be travelling on the dirt, Dargo High Plains Road, where there is a long steep descent into Dargo. It is highly recommended by Parks Victoria that full size caravans do not attempt the road. There could be other long steep ascents and descents on dirt roads when towing. |
Cost | Most campsites free |
Notes | Each vehicle will be required to carry a full set of recovery and safety equipment. A list will be given to each participant at the pre-trip meeting. No pets or firearms; and fire restrictions will be in force. This trip is restricted to a driver skill level of intermediate or higher. There will be steep, rocky ascents and descents and deep river crossings. This trip is limited to a maximum of 6 vehicles. Vehicles must have low range and high clearance. It will be a base camp trip with daily excursions to the iconic tracks in the area. Base camping will be in Dargo, Knockwood (near Jamison) and Sheepyard Flat (just off the Mansfield to Mt Buller Road). Most campsites will be free. Swags, tents, camper trailers and SMALL, single axle, genuine off road caravans are all OK. We will be travelling on the dirt, Dargo High Plains Road, where there is a long steep descent into Dargo. It is highly recommended by Parks Victoria that full size caravans do not attempt the road. There could be other long steep ascents and descents on dirt roads when towing. No pets or firearms. Fire restrictions will be in place |
Argadells – 17-18 April 2021
Overview | The Argadells is a working sheep station with tourist facilities and some excellent “Adventure/Technical Driving.” It is situated 28 kilometres north of Quorn on the Arden Vale Road |
Trip Leader | Ralph A |
Meeting | To be confirmed closer to the event |
Accommodation | We will be staying at the Cockroach campground where it is suitable for swags, tents and camper trailers. Large caravans can stay in the station caravan park. If you plan to use a caravan, sites have to be individually booked on the Argadells website. Caravan park fees to be paid directly to the station. There are long drop toilets at Cockroach and showers are available in the caravan park. |
Cost | Cockroach campground fees are $10 per person per night and track fees are $50 per vehicle. Ralph will collect fees on arrival. |
Notes | No pets or firearms. You have to be self-sufficient and bring some fire wood (as well as some marshmallows!) You can arrive earlier and leave later if you desire. Extensions will not be considered as part of the Club trip and will not be covered by club insurances. |
Border Track (SA/Vic) – 15-23 May 2021
Trip Leaders | Greg D & Jim C |
Terrain | Soft sand and grey clay |
Skill Level | Basic |
Trip Distance | Approx 600km |
Meeting | Renmark – Woolworths car park Saturday 15th at 11.30am for 12.00pm departure. |
Accommodation | BYO Tent / Swag |
Cost | Approx $200 for Bordertown Caravan Park and Ngarkat Permit. |
Notes | No chainsaws or pets Must be self-sufficient for food and water for 7 days Bring recovery gear, compressor, some firewood Further details will be addressed at the February 2021 General Meeting |
Family Fun Day – 23 May 2021
Trip Leader | Julie G |
Skill Level | Suitable for all skill levels |
Meet | Newton Target Car Park, Gorge Road, Newton 9.00 for 9.30am start |
Notes | Convoy drive through the Adelaide Hills, ending at Morphett Vale. Arrive destination approx 11am Playground and toilets on site. Optional train rides available—suitable for all ages BYO picnic lunch, drinks, chairs Register your interest on the trip sheet at the next club meeting ***Closed in shoes a must to ride trains Optional: Engineering and behind the scenes tour of shed/workshops and track |
Cost | $8pp for train rides. Unlimited rides – commencing at 1pm – suitable for all ages |
Notes | Each vehicle will be required to carry a full set of recovery and safety equipment. A list will be given to each participant at the pre-trip meeting. No pets or firearms; and fire restrictions will be in force. This trip is restricted to a driver skill level of intermediate or higher. There will be steep, rocky ascents and descents and deep river crossings. Please note that if there are restrictions on the number of people in a group, then it will have to be last on, first off.No pets or firearms. Fire restrictions will be in place |
Peake – Training/Social Trip – 29-30 May 2021
Trip Leader | TBA |
Terrain | Sand driving and bush tracks |
Skill Level | Suitable for all skill levels |
Meeting | 9am for 9:30am departure Meet at Peake Post Office, Stirling Wells Rd, Peake |
Accommodation | Tents, camper trailer and caravan accessible |
Cost | $25 per vehicle per day |
Notes | Bring training manuals and log books for those in training. Please bring firewood, sand flags and recovery gear. On-site bush toilets. BYO everything else. This is a working farm – no firearms, motorbikes. Dogs must be on leads at all times. |
Mt Little Station, Hawker – 12-14 June 2021
Trip Leader | Val & Steve P |
Terrain | Station tracks, ridge top drives, creek crossings. Basic recovery |
Skill Level | Novice to basic |
Meeting | 5 June – Mt Little Station, 347 Mt Little Rd, Hawker |
Distance | Approx 800km return Fuel available from Hawker |
Accommodation | Bush camping – Swags/tents, camper trailer and caravan accessible |
Cost | $30 per couple per night. Children free |
Restrictions | No firearms |
Notes | Pets allowed on leash. Toilets and showers available near the main homestead – no charge. Bring your own firewood. See website for more information at www.mtlittlestation.com.au |
Maralinga and Head of Bight – 27 June – 3 July 2021
Trip Leaders | Barbara B and Michele C |
Skill Level | Intermediate. Lower range vehicle and off-road camping |
Meeting | Meet at Ceduna Foreshore Caravan Park, 27 June 2021, 6pm at camp kitchen |
Accommodation | Tent/swag, camper trailer or off-road caravan. Contact Ceduna Foreshore Caravan Park direct on 8625 2290 to book and pay for your accommodation ($35 per night) for the first Sunday night, 27 June |
Cost | $240 per person plus travel expenses Budget $2000 per vehicle |
Distance | Approx 3000km Fuel available at Ceduna then Nundroo. NO FUEL AT MARALINGA – Ceduna to Nundroo – 160km – Nundroo to Maralinga – 220km – Maralinga to Nullarbor Roadhouse (fuel available here) – 310km Ceduna-Maralinga-Nullarbor Roadhouse = 720km Nundroo-Maralinga-Nullarbor Roadhouse = 530km |
Restrictions | No pets, no firearms, no alcohol permitted on Maralinga Tjarutja Lands |
Notes | Deposit of $240 per person required by 15 April 2021 Bring your own food, water and all supplies including pre-dinner drinks and snacks. You will need to be self-sufficient and will need your own power supply On tour day you might like to bring a camera, packed lunch, snacks and drinks. Last chance for shopping is at Ceduna |
Morgan Quarry – training/Social – 14-15 August 2021
Trip Leader | TBA |
Terrain | Sand and rock |
Skill Level | Suitable for all skill levels |
Meeting | 9am for 9:15am start at Morgan boat ramp |
Accommodation | Arrange own accommodation at Morgan Caravan Park or camp in the free camp across the river. |
Cost | Caravan Park – fees apply Register on-line to camp over river in the Conservation Park |
Notes | Bring standard supplies; firewood if camping; recovery gear. Bring training manuals and log books for those in training |
Oratunga Cactus Cull – 28 August – 4 September 2021
Trip Leader | Ralph A |
Terrain | Rocky, steep, low range required; or get a lift with someone who has. Intermediate level |
Meeting | Oratunga 9am Sunday 29 August 2021 |
Accommodation | Shearer’s quarters-6 rooms, House-4 rooms; or BYO tent, swag, camper or caravan. |
Cost | No camping fees. You can top up fuel at Angorichina Store in Parachilna Gorge. |
Restrictions | no pets, no firearms |
Notes | Pay for your own pub meal mid-week in Blinman hotel. We will go for a drive the same day. Possible fees for touring other property tracks. bring your own food, drinks and all supplies. No shops nearby. Need bushwalking clothes and boots, torch and thermos. Own GPS. Snacks for pre-dinner drinks; novelty games for evening amusement. Some assistance is provided towards fuel costs. Further details emailed at a later date. Some participants travel on Saturday and spend Sunday working on property. Others travel Sunday for a Monday start. |
Eagle Dell Social Weekend – 25-26 September 2021
Trip Leader | Julie G & Kerry M |
Terrain | Rocky, steep, low range required; or get a lift with someone who has. Intermediate level |
Meeting | TBC. 8am for 8:30am departure Please indicate on the trip sheet if you will be arriving Friday or Saturday. |
Distance | Currency Creek area; 150km return |
Accommodation | Swags, tents, camper trailers and caravans |
Cost | $20 per vehicle, payable at September meeting |
Restrictions | No off-track driving allowed at the camp grounds. More details available closer to the date |
Notes | Bring all supplies and equipment. There is a toilet on-site but please bring all other supplies, including a small bag of firewood. Social dogs on leads welcome. Good family weekend. Lots of activities – see magazine for more details. |
Blue Ranges, Southern Flinders – 2-4 October 2021
Trip Leaders | Iain B and Maria D |
Terrain | Bush tracks, ascents and descents, possible creek crossings. Please note that owners will not allow us to drive these tracks if wet. |
Skill levels | Novice – Basic – Intermediate |
Meeting | Caltex Bolivar Carpark 8am for 8:30am |
Distance | Approx 800km return |
Accommodation | Tents, camper trailers and caravans |
Cost | $20 per vehicle per night. Track costs $20 per day. If we decide to go to the Argadells – $50 per day |
Restrictions | Pets, chainsaws, firearms, generators |
Notes | Maximum of 10 vehicles including trip leaders Please bring water, food and recovery gear. Drop toilet at campsite. Fire ring at campsite but there may be fire season restrictions |
Palmer, Adelaide Hills – Club Members Only – 8-10 October 2021
Overview | We have been invited to join the Summit Trax Club at a private property for a weekend of good fellowship. |
Trip Leader | Kerry M |
Terrain | Sand and rock – various levels of expertise required |
Meeting | Tungkillo – Friday 4pm and 6:30pm; Saturday 10am – to be confirmed closer to date |
Distance | Approx 150km return |
Accommodation | Tents, camper trailer and off-road caravans only |
Cost | $15 per vehicle for the weekend |
Restrictions | No off-track driving allowed at the camp grounds. More details available closer to the date |
Notes | Social dogs on leads welcome. Please bring firewood for the communal fire. You will need to be totally self-sufficient. Refer to magazine for more information |
Christmas Social Weekend, Caurnamont – 27-28 November 2021
Overview | Lakeside Camping Ground at Caurnamont is a private camp ground on the banks of the Murray not far from Mannum |
Trip Leader | Maria D & Michele C |
Meeting | Lakeside Camping Ground |
Distance | Approx 130km |
Accommodation | Easy access for tents, camper trailers and caravans |
Cost | $20 per vehicle per day |
Restrictions | No watercraft with motors |
Notes | Social dogs on leads welcome. No power available but toilets and showers are available on site. Kayaks and fishing welcome |