Camels Hump, Johns Peak and Tidbinbilla Peak.
Sun 06th Oct 2024
Walk
From Mountain Creek car park, we have a steady ascent along fire trail (approx. 5.5km) up to the signage for Camel Hump. Recent clearing along the fire trail provides more open views east into Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and Canberra. Bit of teaser for the brilliant views yet to come! From the signage, we have a short steepish climb to an elevation point of 1,383m for amazing views to the south and west. Without going all the way to Camels Hump (1,433m), we then descend back to the fire trail and head south up to John’s Peak (1,450m). There’s a short section of exposed rock scrambling on the way up to John’s Peak. We then traverse along the range to Tidbinbilla Peak (1561m), before steeply descending down the SE spur, back to the fire trail. A solid effort with an overall ascent of 906vm, taking approx. 6 hours.
You can view further details at https://www.tidbinbilla.act.gov.au/do/walking-trails
Additional Information
Booking deadline
Fri 04th Oct 2024 05:00pm
Length
Long
Terrain
Rough
Distance (km or hrs)
12.8km, approx 6 hours
Ascent
980vm
Descent
980vm
Map name
Tidbinbilla 1:25000
Terrain information
Established fire trail, foot pads (uneven underfoot) and mild exposure on short rock scramble up to John’s Peak and towards Camel’s Hump. Steep descent down South East spur.
Transport information
We will car pool from Southern Canberra to Mountain Creek car park. Car pooling $6.50 per person plus pass entry (tbc). When booking please advise if you have a Tidbinbilla pass. Further details will be communicated to persons booked on the walk.
A walk or similar activity with a duration of a day or part day. No overnight gear required.
Date and Time
Start: | Sun 06th Oct 2024 @ 07:30am |
Approx Return: | Sun 06th Oct 2024 @ 03:30pm |
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