Bikepacking Hervey Range

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RSVP via email to trip leader directly - ✅👍
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Bikepacking Fanning River, Hervey Range
When: Saturday, April 18 to Sunday, April 19, 2026
Location: Hervey Range / Fanning River / Mingela
Leaders: Jodie and Luen
Grade: 4-5 (moderate to hard, depending on option chosen)
RSVP:
Day trip / car camping option - Jodie: [email protected]
Full bikepacking ride from Townsville - Luen: [email protected]

This weekend adventure offers two ways to experience the Fanning River and Hervey Range area.

Option one is for those who would prefer to drive out, set up camp, and enjoy day rides in the area. This option is ideal for anyone keen to join the social side of the trip and explore by bike without committing to the full ride from Townsville.

Option two is for those keen on the full bikepacking experience. Riders will leave from Townsville and make their way up Hervey Range, then turn left onto Dotswood Road, heading out towards the Fanning River area. The following day, the plan is to continue riding on to Mingela, then return to Townsville via the highway. High-vis clothing and bike lights are strongly recommended for this stretch.

Riders need to be self-sufficient and prepared for remote conditions. You will need to carry all of your water for the day, although creek resupply may be possible along the way if you are carrying a reliable method to treat water. Depending on your preference, you can either carry your camping gear on the bike or arrange for it to go in with those travelling out by car and camping.

This trip is suited to people with a good level of fitness, confidence riding longer distances, and the ability to manage themselves and their gear in warm North Queensland conditions. Expect a rewarding mix of gravel roads, remote scenery, camping, and a good dose of adventure.

Bring:
A well-maintained bike suitable for long-distance riding
Helmet
Bikepacking or camping gear
Plenty of water capacity
Water treatment method
Food and snacks
Repair kit and spare tube
High-vis clothing
Front and rear lights
Sun protection

Meeting details and further logistics will be provided once you RSVP directly to Jodie or Luen.

Townsville Bushwalking Club members: Free
Visitors: $5 per trip. After completing three club trips, you are welcome to join as a member.

Clicking "Going" on Facebook does not register you for the event. Also, note that the location listed on the Facebook Event is not necessarily where we are meeting. Final meeting details will be emailed to you by the trip leader once you have RSVP'd.

Please read the Townsville Bushwalking Club's Guidelines and What to Bring information on the club website before attending.
Trip Guidelines - https://townsvillebushwalkingclub.com/walker-guidelines/
Walk Together - https://townsvillebushwalkingclub.com/walk-together/
What to Bring? - https://townsvillebushwalkingclub.com/what-to-bring/