Dolby Creek and Junction (Spa) Falls

Dolby Creek and Junction (Spa) Falls

One day Bushwalk

Sunday 12th Feb 2023

Leader - Keith

Rated – Medium Hard. Suitable for rough terrain bushwalkers.

Meet – Time 0730, at Paluma. Meet point will be disseminated to approved registered participants.

Maximum participants -15

Mt Spec Section, Paluma Range National Park - A spectacular rainforest creek full day walk. Hike on rainforest tracks to Dolby Creek, then bushbashing and wading along creek lines. Hike past cascades and secret pools, to a great waterfall and pool (off track) in the Paluma Range National Park. Track route home will be decided on the day.

Terrain - The off-track bushbashing includes slippery rocks, tangled vines and jungle, wait-a while, creek wading, rock hopping, and uneven footings. Some moderate hills are climbed.

Footwear – due to wet conditions and creek wading, shoes that are suitable for getting wet and wading in water is recommended.

Must be over 18 years to participate.

Non-members (Visitor) fee $5.

Drinking Water – bring water for a full day bushwalking. Refill from creeks is readily available, but the club recommends that water resupply from natural sources is suitably treated before consumption.

Anticipate being back in Paluma around 5:30pm.

For walk briefing, to register, or for more info, contact the Club [email protected]
Register form:
https://forms.gle/G7yJpnCEcR8RFvvN6

Please read ‘Walker Guidelines’ and ‘What to Bring’ at these links:

Walker Guidelines - Townsville Bushwalking Club
https://www.townsvillebushwalkingclub.com/about/walker-guidelines
Walk Together - Townsville Bushwalking Club
https://www.townsvillebushwalkingclub.com/about/walk-together
What to Bring? - Townsville Bushwalking Club
https://www.townsvillebushwalkingclub.com/equipment/what-to-bring

Bring insect repellent (leeches, mozzies).

Walker registration approval is conditional on approval by the activity leader. Note that cub members are given priority at the leader's discretion.

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