Granite Tors
Sat 02nd Dec 2023
A short walk using the old road to the Geodetic Observatory above the Orroral Valley. Grand views. We’ll then head north-west, at first using the track that winds along the ridge. We’ll continue off track through Lunar Laser Rocks (see photo) and Haggis Rocks, so named in the rock-climbing book ACT Granite. They are magnificent tors. A little scrambling. A steep descent down the spur to the bend in James Creek. Around 10km and 400vm climb. An early start and home for lunch. It's nearly Christmas – wear a Christmas decoration! A combined walk with NPA.
Additional Information
Booking deadline
Wed 29th Nov 2023 07:00pm
Length
Medium
Terrain
Rough
Conditions
Partly Exploratory
Distance (km or hrs)
10km
Ascent
400vm
Descent
400vm
Map name
8626-1S Rendezvous Creek 1:25000 topo. Print the relevant segment from a SIX e-topo download
Terrain information
Old service road/fire trail; formed walking trail; off-track through forest with some scrambling at granite tors
Transport information
Communicated to booked participants after bookings close. It will be carpooling from Lanyon Marketplace
A walk or similar activity with a duration of a day or part day. No overnight gear required.
Date and Time
Activity Owner
John-Evans
John Evans