Sydney Jeep Club upcoming events

Sofala camping weekend (14 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Where We Are Going: Sofala Turon River

Details: A camping weekend up at Sofala on the Turon river and on Sunday a drive back through the Garden of Stone National Park

LIMIT: 10

Grade: Easy

Meeting spot: Hillbilly cider

Meeting Date & Time: 14th November 2026 @ 10:00 AM

Departure: Leaving at 10:30 am

Finishing at Zig Zag on Sunday at 16:00pm

Channel for CB Radio: Channel 15

What to expect: Loads of FUN!! This trip is suitable for absolute beginners and the optional tracks are challenging enough even for the seasoned offroader.

Newbies are welcome. Myself and other experienced members on the trip will be more than happy to help you understand your vehicle, it's capabilities and how to tackle various obstacles and trails.

Suitable Rigs: Stock Wranglers and Cherokees can breeze through the trail. However, to tackle the optional obstacles and challenges, I recommend All-Terrain tyres and preferably some lift.

Risk: As with any off-road trips, there is a risk of pinstripes, battle scars or even serious damage to the vehicle / people involved.

What to bring: At least half tank of fuel (nearest gas station is lightow ), Deflators, Air compressor, CB Radio, Recovery gear, Drinks, Lunch, and dinner Cameras and a bright smile.

Trip Leader: Chris Smith 0432 466 020

Stockton Beach Run (15 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

For anyone who hasn't been, Stockton Beach is a big dune playground and long beach drive from the Lavis Lane entrance to the Anna Bay exit.

The trip is suitable for all 4wd Jeeps - AWD vehicles will struggle on the soft sand.

Meeting point:

We'll meet at the Lavis Lane carpark at 9.30am for a 10:00am departure

To have a play on the dunes

Bring your own lunch or have a late lunch at the Anna Bay hotel

What to bring:

You will need to purchase a beach permit

Online Only: Paper permits and physical agent outlets are no longer used; permits must be purchased digitally before you arrive.
Worimi Conservation Lands +1
Access Points: Once you have your digital permit, you can drive onto the beach via Lavis Lane in Williamtown (southern end) or Gan Gan Road in Anna Bay (northern end).

3-Day Permit: $33
Annual Permit: $88
Annual Pensioner Permit: $44

Recovery gear and sand flag if you have it.

Radio, sunscreen,

Trip Leader Stephen Taylor 0412 707 903

Spanish Steps (28 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Where We Are Going: Spanish Steps

Details: This trip is for people that like a challenge; there are some big rock steps and ruts.

LIMIT: 10

Grade: B/B+

Meeting spot: Zig Zag Railway

840 Chifley Road Clarence NSW

Meeting Date & Time: 28/11/26 @ 9:00 AM (Air-down)

Departure: 9:30 AM

Airing-Up: 16:00 PM

Channel for CB Radio: Channel 15

What to expect: Loads of FUN!! This trip is suitable for seasoned offroaders as this is a technical track in parts.

Suitable Rigs: A stock Rubicon can do the trip, but a 2” lift is better. Lockers or a winch is recommended for this track.

Risk: As with any off-road trips, there is a risk of pinstripes, battle scars or even serious damage to the vehicle / people involved. If you are in a Stock Rubicon you will scrape and there is a risk of damage to your car

What to bring: At least half tank of fuel (nearest gas station is Lightow or Mt Victoria ), Deflators, Air compressor, CB Radio, Recovery gear, Drinks, Lunch, Cameras and a bright smile.

Restrooms: There are no restrooms, neither at the meeting point nor through out the trails. Nearest one is a the meeting point if open.

Trip Leader: Chris Smith 0432 466 020

December Club Meeting (2 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 08:30:00 GMT

The December club meeting is on Wednesday the 2nd of December at Dooleys Regents Park Pavilion, 7.30PM - 9PM.

All members and guests welcome - come along and have a meal at the club bistro before the meeting.

DOOLEYS REGENTS PARK PAVILION

Regent St Pavilion | DOOLEYS Club

Regent St Pavilion - Google Maps

Spanish Steps (12 Dec 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Where We Are Going: Spanish Steps

Details: This trip is for people that like a challenge; there are some big rock steps and ruts.

LIMIT: 10

Grade: B/B+

Meeting spot: Zig Zag Railway

840 Chifley Road Clarence NSW

Meeting Date & Time: 12/12/26 @ 9:00 AM (Air-down)

Departure: 9:30 AM

Airing-Up: 16:00 PM

Channel for CB Radio: Channel 15

What to expect: Loads of FUN!! This trip is suitable for seasoned offroader; as this is a technical track in parts.

Suitable Rigs: A stock Rubicon can do the trip, but a 2” lift is better. Lockers or a winch is recommended for this track

Risk: As with any off-road trips, there is a risk of pinstripes, battle scars or even serious damage to the vehicle / people involved. If you are in a Stock Rubicon you will scrap and there is a risk of damage to your car

What to bring: At least half tank of fuel (nearest gas station is Lightow or Mt Victoria ), Deflators, Air compressor, CB Radio, Recovery gear, Drinks, Lunch, Cameras and a bright smile.

Restrooms: There are no restrooms, neither at the meeting point nor through out the trails. Nearest one is a the meeting point if open.

Trip Leader: Chris Smith 0432 466 020