The magnificent Watagan Mountains has a number of 4WD tracks to suit all levels of experience. Get off the beaten track to explore the depths of the Yengo National Park or stick to the road more travelled where you are never far from a welcoming guesthouse, cottage, al-fresco meal or wine tasting! Enjoy a range of scenic drives surrounding the Wollombi Valley.

Photo of Howes Trail

Drive through open forests along Howes Trail, a must-do 4WD touring route in Yengo National Park.

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Howes Trail

Photo of Discovery Trail – Great North Road

This trail follows the corridor of the first fully constructed road from Sydney to the Hunter Valley, through beautiful countryside.

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Discovery Trail – Great North Road

Photo of Great North Road – Convict Trail

From which ever direction you approach Wollombi, you are travelling along parts of the Convict Trail. Explore the Great North Road.

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Great North Road – Convict Trail

Photo of Big Yango Loop Trail

A great way to get away from it all and explore this rugged landscape is on the Big Yango Loop Trail. The 22km trail includes some steep climbs and descents.

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Big Yango Loop Trail

Photo of The Watagans

The Watagan ranges has a range of well-maintained roads, as well as more difficult tracks for serious 4WD-driving.

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The Watagans

Photo of Finchley Lookout

Finchley Trig offers 360-degree views over the park, with a viewing platform and interpretation board, and a well-preserved aboriginal engraving site nearby.

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Finchley Lookout

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Explore Tourist Drive 33

Why not take the road less travelled … Visit Wollombi in Hunter Valley Wine Country … journey along historic Tourist Drive 33