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A morning wander at Mt Ainslie Nature Reserve

Sat 31st May 2025

Completed
Part-day Walk

Commencing from a footpad on the lower north western side of Mt Ainslie, it's not long before we enjoy some views as we climb up to an unnamed knoll at 770m. A good level of exertion to start with! Then, heading south westerly towards Mount Ainslie Drive, we make our way towards the Lower Beacon Track. Staying slightly lower on the western side of this track, we contour off trail through a lovely open woodland forest with rock formations, till reaching the East 132 Kava Track. Then, we link up with the Upper Quarry Track, various footpads and short sections off trail through open woodlands to complete a full circumnavigation of Mt Ainslie. Without visiting the summit, we still get some nice views across Canberra along the way and you'll be home before lunch!

Additional Information

Booking deadline

Thu 29th May 2025 07:00pm

Length

Short

Terrain

Medium

Distance (km or hrs)

approx 9.35km, 3hours 15min

Ascent

300

Descent

300

Map name

Canberra

Terrain information

Single trails, Foot pads - some are overgrown, Wide fire trails - undulating. Off - trail sections through open woodlands, uneven and some rocky sections underfoot.

Transport information

Participants to make their own way to start of walk. Meeting place to be advised.


A walk or similar activity with a duration of a day or part day. No overnight gear required.

Date and Time

Start Sat 31st May 2025 @ 08:15am Finish* Sat 31st May 2025 @ 11:30am
*Always confirm finish time with the Activity Owner.

Activity Owner

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Jennifer Arnold

Activity Location