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Travellers are being warned to stay off Far North Queensland’s CREB Track after persistent rain transformed the already challenging route into an impassable mess. According to an update from Local…

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The Iconic Lions Den Hotel Is Up For Grabs (Again)

If you’ve ever rattled your fillings loose on the corrugated tracks of Cape York, chances are you’ve stopped at the Lions Den Hotel. It’s a rite of passage. A tin-and-timber…

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Season 18 Is Here: Adventure Redefined

From bucket-list icons to hidden gems, Season 18 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is all about getting out there and doing it for yourself. We’re tackling the tropics, the deserts, the bull…

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Cape York Tip Sign Sparks Heated Debate

For decades, reaching the very tip of Australia has been a rite of passage for 4X4ers. After battling corrugations, river crossings and endless red dust, the reward is a photo…

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Bloomfield Track Reopens After Cyclone Jasper

In news that’ll make 4X4ers with tropic fever champ at the bit, the iconic Bloomfield Track has re-opened just in time for the 2024 Cape York season. The route, closed…

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From truly isolated to tourist destination, how the Old Tele’ Track came to be

The Old Telegraph Track in Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia, holds a rich history that dates back to the early days in the region. This iconic track, formerly known as…

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Why Lockhart River should be on your radar

Ever heard of the scenic Lockhart River? Located in the heart of Cape York, it’s one of Queensland’s most serene and untouched beauties. a hidden gem if you will. Most…

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CREB Track now CLOSED

Unfortunately, the wet weather has rained on our parade and has resulted in the closing of CREB track. If you were thinking of heading there soon, your plans will sadly need to be changed.

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Cape York to be locked behind paywall

Traditional owners of Pajinka (the tip of Cape York) have unveiled plans to charge 4WDers travelling to the area. In 2019 more than 200 hectares north of the Jardine River…

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Iconic Lion’s Den Hotel up for sale

If you’ve ever dreamt of outback sunsets across the verandah you’re plum out of luck, we don’t know any for sale. But if the stunning Daintree rainforest at the foot…

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Cape York tip reopened in last-minute deal

The decision to close off the tip of Cape York has been reversed in spectacular fashion with it being reopened after major backlash from both the locals and prospective tourists…

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Pajinka (The Tip) of Cape York closed by traditional owners

The very tip of Cape York (Pajinka) has been closed off to tourists and visitors by Gudang/Yahaykenu Aboriginal Corporation. UPDATE – At time of writing, we can confirm that there…

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The Cape is to open tomorrow for Queenslanders, and July 10 for everyone else!

Cape York to open as early as July 10 this year, and tomorrow July 3 for Queenslanders! Hot off the press is the news we’ve all been waiting to hear:…

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Far North Cape York closed to non-essential travel

The Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council has restricted access to the Far North of Cape York to essential travellers only. Last weekend, the Northern Land Council restricted access to remote…

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Uniden releases waterproof in-vehicle UHF: XTRAK 40

Fresh out of the stable from the folks over at Uniden, is the brand spanking new XTRAK 40. Now before you roll your eyes and think “just another UHF entering the…

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Season 10 Episode 8 hitting TV screens this Sunday

This episode showcases one Australia’s favourite 4 wheel drive destinations… Cape York! Taking my family on a memory making trip north to Cape Tribulation we head along the toughest track…

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Learn about waterfall photography with Canon Collective.

We all want to take better photos when we’re travelling. It helps having a decent camera, but don’t think you need to spend thousands to get a nice shot. We’ve…

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Breaking News: Cape York bridge planned to replace Jardine River Ferry

It has been heard on the grapevine that the Federal member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch has announced $10 million for a bridge across the Jardine River, rendering the current ferry …

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Classic 4X4 Video: Crossing The Jardine River

Here we have a group of travellers who attempt to drive across the Jardine River in Cape York, in a Series Land Rover and a SWB FJ40 towing a trailer.…

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PAT CALLINAN ADVENTURES: CAPE YORK PART TWO THIS SUNDAY!

Well it is nearly here, the second episode of Pat Callinans 4X4 Adventure through the ever iconic Cape York is about to hit the screens. This Sunday (7th of June…

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Industry news: Tangaroa Blue Foundation Cape York clean up events

The Tangaroa Blue Foundation Cape York clean up came about due to the heavy impact on remote area beaches by ocean pollution and marine debris washing in from thousands of kilometres away.…

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CREB Track turns treacherous after days of heavy rain

The Iconic Lions Den Hotel Is Up For Grabs (Again)

Season 18 Is Here: Adventure Redefined

Cape York Tip Sign Sparks Heated Debate

Bloomfield Track Reopens After Cyclone Jasper

From truly isolated to tourist destination, how the Old Tele’ Track came to be

Why Lockhart River should be on your radar

CREB Track now CLOSED

Cape York to be locked behind paywall

Iconic Lion’s Den Hotel up for sale

Cape York tip reopened in last-minute deal

Pajinka (The Tip) of Cape York closed by traditional owners

The Cape is to open tomorrow for Queenslanders, and July 10 for everyone else!

Far North Cape York closed to non-essential travel

Uniden releases waterproof in-vehicle UHF: XTRAK 40

Season 10 Episode 8 hitting TV screens this Sunday

Learn about waterfall photography with Canon Collective.

Breaking News: Cape York bridge planned to replace Jardine River Ferry

Classic 4X4 Video: Crossing The Jardine River

PAT CALLINAN ADVENTURES: CAPE YORK PART TWO THIS SUNDAY!

Industry news: Tangaroa Blue Foundation Cape York clean up events

Pat Callinan’s Cape York