Burchell Trail - 1 day Grade 3 13 km Walk
13 km a Grade 3 day walk to old mill starting and finishing at Fridays Campground - confirmed with park ranger Sept 9
This is an eminently suitable walk all who are wildflower and wildlife enthusiasts. The Burchell Trail is a 35km, grade 3 one way hike located in Brisbane Ranges National Park with very modest gradients. Its a great way to see the park in glorious spring as it traverses the length of the park from south to north. However we will just complete the first stage.
There is a great description of the walk here - click the photo below
And for further info about the national park go here
Brisbane Ranges National Park brochure
If you want to camp at the start of the walk Fridays campground you will need to book and pay separately at Parkstay
South to north, commencing at Fridays campground
Saturday - Old Mill walk in camp 11.5 km from start at Fridays campground, Steiglitz - the Old Mill campsite is about 1km from Fridays camp as the crow flies -
GRADE 3
Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recom mended. Track may have short steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.
Day Walking
- Current Medical Information Form - LOGIN FIRST and then it can be FOUND ON THE WEBSITE HERE
- Water - up to 2 litres recommended for a full day walk
- Sunscreen
- Gloves and hat
- Sufficient food bearing in mind the distance and duration of the event
- Suitable clothing and footwear - note denim pants are uncomfortable
- Wet weather waterproofs, jacket and pants
- Walking poles
- Gaiters
- Basic first aid kit including your specific medication eg asthma applicator
- Torch or headlamp for contingencies
Day Walking
Current Medical Information Form LOGIN FIRST and then it can be FOUND ON THE WEBSIte here