A trip through the Victorian High Country is a journey back in time. As one of Australia's most popular 4X4 destinations, join Pat as he takes in the amazing views from the Blue Rag Range, explores the ruins and history of Wonnangatta Station and shares the secrets of Eagle Vale Hut, Dargo, Talbotville and the Red Jacket Mine.
Learn from Australia's 'MR 4X4' as he shares his tips on driving the steep terrain of the High Country around Hotham, from tyre tips to nifty hints.
Blue Rag Range - Eagle Vale Hut - Dargo - Talbotville - Red Jacket Mine
Trek Rating: Medium
If you’re after a good dose of red dirt in your veins, join Pat as he follows the Darling River Run from Pooncarie to Broken Hill and on to Bourke. Taking in places like Menindee Lakes, Mungo National Park, Silverton, the iconic Tilpa Hotel and Mutawintji National Park, you’ll discover why this area is considered a must-see destination for all 4WD adventures. Along the way, Pat will show you Outback driving tips, along with techniques and hints to help you travel like a pro.
Trek Rating: Easy
Accessible weekend getaways don’t get much better than Moreton – an island paradise just 45 minutes ferry ride from Brisbane. Explore Moreton’s beautiful bays and sandy beaches, rocky headlands and historic lighthouse; not to mention the Tangalooma Wrecks and beautiful Blue Lake.
Pat and the family feed the wild dolphins at Tangalooma’s Wild Dolphin Resort and blast down the steep dunes on a toboggan sand safari! With tips on everything from sand driving to tidal information and de-bogging techniques, ‘MR 4X4’ shows you how to get it right.
Trek rating: Easy
Widely known as “the last frontier”, the Kimberley in Western Australia is a spectacular 4WD trek that every Australian needs to experience at least once in their lifetime. With stunning waterfalls, red ochre cliffs and deep cool gorges at every turn, the Kimberley is a paradise on Earth.
Come on a 4WD journey with Pat as he visits Home Valley Station, Kununurra, Mitchell Falls, the Horizontal Waterfalls and takes in the stunning coastline of Cape Leveque.
Trek Rating: Medium
Come with Pat on a journey from the gorgeous beaches of Queensland’s Cooloola Coast, to the spectacular forests of the Glasshouse Mountains. With iconic 4WD destinations like Rainbow Beach, Inskip Point and Mount Mee, this is surely one of Australia’s finest weekend getaways.
Plus, learn how to drive the beach that has claimed more 4WDs than any other! Along the way, Pat shows you some great tips on getting yourself out of trouble – be it on the sand or in the stunning terrain of the Glasshouse Mountains.
Trek Rating: Medium
Just three hours north of Sydney lies the picturesque Mid-North Coast of NSW, with some of the best 4WDing and camping you could ask for; secret beaches, miles of white sand on which to drive and canopies of rainforest teeming with waterfalls and wildlife.
If you thought you knew this region, think again, as ‘MR 4X4’ shows you places and tracks never before seen on TV. Explore the Great Lakes and Hastings Valley regions and learn how to drive difficult terrain damage-free, drive safely at night and enjoy some great attractions of the area.
Trek Rating: Easy/Medium
Classed by many visitors as ‘their favourite 4X4 destination of all time’, the Pilbara will amaze with its ragged red ranges and breathtaking waterholes. With destinations like Karijini NP and the inviting pools and streams of Millstream Chichester NP, this trek along the Warlu Way simply cannot be missed. Capping off this wonderful adventure is a journey out to the spectacular coastline of Exmouth and the Ningaloo Marine Park.
Learn how to safely negotiate the tracks and beaches of this remote region from Australia’s foremost 4X4 expert.
Trek Rating: Easy
Come with ‘MR 4X4’ Pat Callinan as he explores the wonders of the Limestone Coast of South Australia. Famous for the seemingly endless sands of the Coorong, the dunes of Robe and geological wonders like Tantanoola Caves and the Piccaninnie Ponds, this region offers an adventure not to be missed.
From the mouth of the mighty Murray River to the iconic town of Mount Gambier, Pat shares his tips and hints along the way.
Trek rating: Easy/Medium