Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route
A 4WD touring route south from Oberon along a 19th-century stock route through Kanangra-Boyd and Blue Mountains national parks to Mount Werong.
- Distance63km
- Time2hrs
- Vehicle4WD recommended
- Nearest townOberon
About this drive
Drovers once walked cattle along this ridge between Oberon and the Burragorang Valley. Today it is a long, lonely drive through tall forest past old mining and grazing sites, with bush camping at Mount Werong.
Surface: Unsealed road and 4WD trail. Vehicle: 4WD recommended.
Route map
Mapped length 46.1 km. Route line from OpenStreetMap; distance and grade in the summary are the official NPWS figures where available.
Take this map offline
Phone reception drops out across most of the Mountains. Save the route before you leave town.
GPX opens in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Organic Maps, Garmin and most navigation apps and shows your live position on the route with no signal. How to use offline maps.How to get there
From Oberon, head south on Shooters Hill Road for about 30 km to Shooters Hill, where the stock route continues south.
Parking: Mount Werong campground.
Finish point: -34.14103, 150.24080 · directions to the end
Good to know
- Carry everything you need: there are no services after Oberon.
- Snow and ice possible in winter.
Common questions
How long is Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route?
Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route is 63km and takes about 2hrs.
Where does Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route start?
From Oberon, head south on Shooters Hill Road for about 30 km to Shooters Hill, where the stock route continues south. GPS: -34.07733, 149.96241.
Where do I park for Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route?
Mount Werong campground.
Can I take my dog to Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route?
No. Dogs and other pets are not permitted in NSW national parks, including on leads or in vehicles.
Do I need a 4WD for Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route?
4WD recommended. Unsealed road and 4WD trail.
Is there phone reception at Oberon-Colong Historic Stock Route?
Do not rely on it. Download the GPX file or save this page offline before you leave Oberon.
Sources: NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (distance, time, grade, coordinates); OpenStreetMap contributors (route line). Last checked Friday 13 November 2026. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
Photo: Dhx1, CC0.
