Bullocky Toms Track to Gold Creek Falls
📅Saturday 3 October 2020 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
📍 Location: Townsville Bushwalking Club
About this event
SATURDAY 3 October 2020
REGISTRATION WITH THE WALK LEADER IS ESSENTIAL. PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW.
RATED: Hard (on trail but there is elevation gain of 750m)
DESCRIPTION
This will be a full day hike on a mountain track. There is a long steep climb, sometimes rough and slippery terrain with uneven footings, tree and rocks roots on track. Some creek crossings are involved (may be slippery rocks). Don't let that scare you off though..... because:
This is a great mountain track walk to a top waterfall and pool. It is a steep climb, ascent of 750 mr. Along the way we'll pass scenic creeks, a great lookout. We'll stop at the beautiful Gold Creek falls at the top and have a swim and a well deserved rest. Return will be by the same route. Note this is in conjunction with the 3 day hikers doing the range traverse (but we will not help carry their heavy packs up the track .... unless you really want to help them 🙂).
FITNESS
To be suitable for this walk, a good analogy would be doing a Castle Hill spur, without a track, three times with ease before lunchtime.
WHAT TO BRING
- Water: you will need water for half day eg minimum 2L and refill from the creeks - treating the water is recommended - or carry enough for the full day.
- Clothing: there is some long grass and scrub so full long sleeve clothing is recommended. Many members also wear fingerless gloves.
- Enclosed footwear
- Food for the day
- Hat, sunscreen and insect repellent
- Usual bushwalking gear
- Personal first aid kit including a compression bandage and blister kit is recommended.
- Hiking poles - optional but very useful. The descent can be steep and slippery.
COST
Non members = $5 walk fee for insurance
Must be over 18years to participate
WALK LEADER, INFO and REGISTRATION
Walk leader is Keith.
To discuss suitability, to register or for more information please contact [email protected] and we will get back to you asap.
WALK DETAILS
Meet time: 0715 for 0730 start at Paradise Lagoon (Mutarnee) day use carpark
Return time: approx 5pm
Please note:
To protect the privacy of club officials, walk leaders, property owners or sensitive areas, contact details and some locations won't be published on Facebook or website. Please contact the club via email and we will respond ASAP.
On some activities, walker numbers may be limited to promote the safety and enjoyment of all, due to location size and ability to socially distance or to reduce our environmental impact at some locations.
COVID-19
f you are unwell, have any symptoms or have/meet conditions /restrictions listed in QLD Health Directives, please do not attend club activitie. Social distancing and self managed hygiene practices are strongly encouraged, and the club will not be organising car pooling opportunities at present. The club is cognisant of the QORF COVID SAFE PLAN for Outdoor Recreation Providers. On some walks, as noted above, numbers may be limited.
We hope to see you on a walk soon.
REGISTRATION WITH THE WALK LEADER IS ESSENTIAL. PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW.
RATED: Hard (on trail but there is elevation gain of 750m)
DESCRIPTION
This will be a full day hike on a mountain track. There is a long steep climb, sometimes rough and slippery terrain with uneven footings, tree and rocks roots on track. Some creek crossings are involved (may be slippery rocks). Don't let that scare you off though..... because:
This is a great mountain track walk to a top waterfall and pool. It is a steep climb, ascent of 750 mr. Along the way we'll pass scenic creeks, a great lookout. We'll stop at the beautiful Gold Creek falls at the top and have a swim and a well deserved rest. Return will be by the same route. Note this is in conjunction with the 3 day hikers doing the range traverse (but we will not help carry their heavy packs up the track .... unless you really want to help them 🙂).
FITNESS
To be suitable for this walk, a good analogy would be doing a Castle Hill spur, without a track, three times with ease before lunchtime.
WHAT TO BRING
- Water: you will need water for half day eg minimum 2L and refill from the creeks - treating the water is recommended - or carry enough for the full day.
- Clothing: there is some long grass and scrub so full long sleeve clothing is recommended. Many members also wear fingerless gloves.
- Enclosed footwear
- Food for the day
- Hat, sunscreen and insect repellent
- Usual bushwalking gear
- Personal first aid kit including a compression bandage and blister kit is recommended.
- Hiking poles - optional but very useful. The descent can be steep and slippery.
COST
Non members = $5 walk fee for insurance
Must be over 18years to participate
WALK LEADER, INFO and REGISTRATION
Walk leader is Keith.
To discuss suitability, to register or for more information please contact [email protected] and we will get back to you asap.
WALK DETAILS
Meet time: 0715 for 0730 start at Paradise Lagoon (Mutarnee) day use carpark
Return time: approx 5pm
Please note:
To protect the privacy of club officials, walk leaders, property owners or sensitive areas, contact details and some locations won't be published on Facebook or website. Please contact the club via email and we will respond ASAP.
On some activities, walker numbers may be limited to promote the safety and enjoyment of all, due to location size and ability to socially distance or to reduce our environmental impact at some locations.
COVID-19
f you are unwell, have any symptoms or have/meet conditions /restrictions listed in QLD Health Directives, please do not attend club activitie. Social distancing and self managed hygiene practices are strongly encouraged, and the club will not be organising car pooling opportunities at present. The club is cognisant of the QORF COVID SAFE PLAN for Outdoor Recreation Providers. On some walks, as noted above, numbers may be limited.
We hope to see you on a walk soon.
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