Rocklands Stn and Rock & Pillar Range

Off road traverse of Rocklands & The Burgan Stations, and ascent of the R&P range
Postponed until early March 2025 (hopefully) due to problems getting insurance cover

Unique Opportunity - 4WD Vehicle cross country trip over the unique landforms that comprise our hinterland

More details closer to the time

Travel Off Road Visit the Dunedin water source intake in Deep Stream, .traverse the rolling ridges of Rocklands Station and The Burgan with their unique rock forms, and then climb the front face of the Rock & Pillars to finish on the Old Dunstan Road

Great Views of the Strath Taieri and surounds.

Restricted to “proper” 4WD vehicles

  • High/Low ratio transfer case

  • All Terrain or Mud Terrain tyres

  • Rated tow point front and rear

  • Suitable for Ranger’s, Hilux’s, Pajero’s, Patrol’s, and similar

Be Aware - although not as challenging as the Maungatua Circumnavigation, this trip is not suitable for novice drivers.

Limited to 120 vehicles, divided into 4 groups of 30 vehicles.

Full itinerary and trip details published later

 

Conditions of Participation

  • 4WD vehicles only, equipped with

    • High/Low transfer case

    • A/T or M/T tyres (NO road tyres) with good tread depth.

    • A rated tow point front and rear (Replace towballs with a 3.2T bow shackle).

  • Required equipment to be carried.
    Although most of the track will be on hard ground, there are a several steep stretches and potentially muddy crossings, so there is a good chance you may need to tow, or be towed, for a short length. So, also to be carried

    • Spade or shovel

    • 9m+ tow strop (standard 4m Repco type tow ropes not adequate)

    • Bow shackle (3.2T min) for attaching tow strop to vehicle

    • Soft Shackle for joining tow strops if needed.

    • Appropriate First Aid Kit

  • You agree that the Rotary Club of Taieri, its members, event marshals, and the property owners, are indemnified against any loss that may occur by participating in this event

  • You agree to obey all instructions given by event marshals

  • You will receive a full ticket refund if the weather or Covid 19 level restrictions mean the event can not proceed as planned

  • No Dogs allowed